Beasley pleads not guilty to gambling charges
Key takeaways
- Beasley, one of the big names caught up in a sweeping federal gambling investigation, said little at his arraignment in Brooklyn federal court.
- Afterward, the 6-foot-4 shooting guard stood quietly as Goldman spoke to reporters outside the courthouse, demurring when one asked if he had anything to say to his fans.
- "He's presumed innocent and that has to mean something still, obviously."
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
NEW YORK -- Malik Beasley's lawyer said the indicted former NBA star "wants to move on with his life" after pleading not guilty Wednesday to charges that he altered his play in certain games in 2024 to enrich sports bettors and ease his own debts.
Beasley, one of the big names caught up in a sweeping federal gambling investigation, said little at his arraignment in Brooklyn federal court. He answered a judge's questions with "yes, your honor" but let his lawyer, Jason Goldman, enter his plea on his behalf.
Afterward, the 6-foot-4 shooting guard stood quietly as Goldman spoke to reporters outside the courthouse, demurring when one asked if he had anything to say to his fans. Beasley, who played for six NBA teams in nine years, sat out the most recent season because he was under investigation. Instead, he played for a Puerto Rican team co-owned by recording artist-actor Bad Bunny.