🔥 Trending Former NBA Players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis Indicted on Gambling Charges

Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis, along with an NBA agent and three others, have been indicted on charges related to an alleged illegal sports gambling scheme ¹⁸. The indictments were announced by federal prosecutors on Monday, June 29, 2026 ³⁴.

Details of the Allegations

The core of the charges revolves around an alleged scheme where Malik Beasley, during the 2023-24 NBA season, reportedly coordinated his on-court performance with bettors to influence the outcomes of games for gambling purposes ²⁶. Specifically, it is alleged that Beasley agreed with former teammate Ed Davis that Beasley would either underperform or overperform in certain games so that gamblers could win their bets ⁶.

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York stated that Beasley "allowed himself to be bought and altered his gametime performance to line pockets of Ed Davis and his other co-conspirators" ⁷. This suggests a direct manipulation of game results for financial gain through sports betting.

Indictment and Legal Status

The indictment includes charges against six defendants in total ¹. While the specific charges can vary, they generally relate to illegal sports gambling activities and bribery within professional sports ⁵⁶.

Malik Beasley's lawyer stated on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, that Beasley is pleading not guilty to the gambling charges. His lawyer also indicated that Beasley "wants to move on with his life" ¹⁰.

The FBI has stated its commitment to dismantling fraudulent schemes that undermine the integrity of institutions, including professional sports leagues ⁷. This investigation is part of a broader government effort targeting gambling-related offenses ⁵.