Rozier And Damon Jones Named In Grand Jury Filing As Shaq Reacts To Scandal

As the NBA grapples with a tumultuous scandal involving alleged mafia ties to sports betting, Shaquille O’Neal expressed his disappointment, stating he feels “ashamed” for the NBA and those implicated, including 34 individuals arrested by the FBI. Fans eagerly awaited the latest episode of “Inside The NBA” on ESPN, where Ernie, Shaq, Kenny, and Chuck discussed the shocking developments affecting the league.“All these guys knew the risks,” O’Neal lamented, adding wisdom from the streets: “All money ain’t good money.” He emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating, “Innocent until proven guilty, but usually when the FBI comes, they have something.” Reflecting on his own gambling experiences, he clarified he engages responsibly.Among the arrested were prominent figures like Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups, involved in schemes that exploited insider information to commit fraudulent betting activities. Documents reveal extensive efforts to defraud betting companies through the misuse of confidential details, raising significant legal and ethical concerns in the sport.

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