A federal indictment unsealed this week has placed former NBA forward Malik Beasley at the center of a sports‑betting scandal that accuses him of deliberately altering his on‑court performance to benefit gamblers.
Indictment and Allegations
Prosecutors say Beasley, who played for the Milwaukee Bucks during the 2024 season, conspired with agent Paolo Zamorano and five others to fix the outcomes of at least four games, a scheme that allegedly generated illicit betting profits and helped him service mounting debts.
A Career in Flux
The case marks the latest twist in a career that saw Beasley miss the most recent NBA campaign, sign a one‑year, $6 million deal with the Detroit Pistons for the 2024‑25 season, and later join a Puerto Rican league team co‑owned by reggaeton star Bad Bunny.
A Wider Crackdown
The indictment is part of a sweeping federal gambling sweep that has already resulted in more than three dozen arrests, ensnaring former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, Hall of Fame guard Chauncey Billups and other notable basketball figures.
Financial and Legal Turbulence
Beasley’s financial picture has been equally turbulent. Court records show he owes money to a Detroit landlord, a Milwaukee barber, a Minnesota dentist and faced a $1 million default judgment from a 2025 sports‑marketing lawsuit.
Legal Representation
His attorney, Jason Goldman, has said Beasley has been aware of the investigation for roughly a year and remains cooperative with authorities.
Next Court Date
Beasley was released on bond and is scheduled to return to court on August 6, where the next phase of the proceedings will unfold.