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Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis charged in gambling scandal
By The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 29, 2026
· 3 min read
Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted in the latest round of charges in the government’s gambling investigation, authorities said Monday.
When he was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, Beasley agreed to tailor his performance based on betting trends in those ga...
Key takeaway When he was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, Beasley agreed to tailor his performance based on betting trends in those games, prosecutors alleged.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The indictment of former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis in a gambling scandal has implications for the integrity of sports in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where many residents follow professional basketball closely. As the case unfolds, local sports fans may wonder how widespread such schemes are and whether they involve other players or teams with ties to the region. The fact that hundreds of thousands of dollars were involved in the scheme suggests a significant scope, and the involvement of a current NBA player agent raises questions about the reach of these betting operations. With the Dallas Mavericks being a major part of the local sports landscape, fans may be concerned about the potential for similar scandals to affect their team or other local sports organizations. As the investigation continues, local residents will be watching to see if any other players or teams with connections to the area are implicated.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted in the latest round of charges in the government’s gambling investigation, authorities said Monday.
When he was playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024, Beasley agreed to tailor his performance based on betting trends in those ga...
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