Ex-NBA Guard Malik Beasley to Plead Guilty in Betting Probe

Former NBA guard Malik Beasley has agreed to enter a guilty plea on federal charges connected to an ongoing sports betting investigation, according to his legal representative. Attorney Steve Haney confirmed that a plea agreement has been reached with federal prosecutors, though specific terms of the deal have not been disclosed.

The charges stem from an alleged scheme that involved manipulating game outcomes and using non-public information for betting purposes. Beasley was indicted alongside five other individuals, though details of the indictment remain sealed pending further court proceedings.

The case is part of a broader federal crackdown on illegal sports betting operations that exploit insider access and game integrity. Authorities have not specified which games or events were allegedly targeted in the scheme.

Beasley, who last played in the NBA during the 2023-24 season, faces potential penalties including fines and prison time. His legal team has indicated he is cooperating with investigators as part of the plea arrangement.

The development marks another high-profile case involving a former professional athlete in the growing scrutiny of sports betting-related misconduct. Further hearings are expected to outline the full scope of the charges and Beasley's role in the alleged conspiracy.