Former NBA player and coach Damon Jones pleads guilty to selling gamblers inside information
Damon Jones, a former NBA player, pleaded guilty to charges related to selling insider information to gamblers and organizing rigged poker games. His actions resulted in over $10 million in illegal gains, and he expressed regret during the court proceedings. Sentencing is scheduled for January 6, with the government recommending a prison term of 21 to 78 months depending on the charges.
- ▪Damon Jones pleaded guilty to federal charges of wire fraud conspiracy.
- ▪He admitted to providing insider information obtained through his NBA connections.
- ▪Jones's schemes generated more than $10 million in illegal profits.
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Sports gamblingFormer NBA player Damon Jones pleads guilty to $10 million sports betting and poker scams “Get a big bet on Milwaukee tonight before the information is out,” he texted a co-conspirator, revealing that Lakers star LeBron James wasn't playing in a 2023 game.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleFormer NBA player Damon Jones pleads guilty to selling gamblers inside information00:26Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 28, 2026, 12:14 PM EDT / Updated April 28, 2026, 5:32 PM EDTBy Chloe Atkins and David K.
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