Chauncey Billups has pleaded not guilty
He was arrested by the FBI during a major raid in the context of a case of sports betting and fixed poker games, Chauncey Billups pleaded not guilty Monday in New York. Appearing in federal court to answer charges of money laundering and wire fraud, two charges each punishable by 20 years in prison, the Blazers coach spoke only to answer formal questions from the judge.
According to CBS Newsa judge accepted his release on $5 million bail. His home in Colorado was used as collateral, and his wife Piper and daughter Sydney, who works for the Wolves, co-signed the bond. Chauncey Billups and his attorney declined to comment as they left court.
According to prosecutors, he participated in a scheme aimed at rigging Secret poker games are supported by the mob in Manhattan, Las Vegas, Miami and the Hamptons.
Trial in September 2026?
Former player and assistant Damon Jones is also among those arrested in connection with the case, and the latter is also being prosecuted with Terry Rozier in another case related to the exploitation of confidential medical information for use by online bookies. Earlier this month, he pleaded not guilty to both counts and was released on $200,000 bail.
According to prosecutors, the rigged poker scam involved $7 million as of 2019, and Chauncey Billups, recently inducted into the Hall of Fameit would serve as a lure to attract rich players. In return, he would receive a share of the fraudulent winnings, including a transfer of $50,000 after the rigged game in October 2020.
Under the terms of his release, Chauncey Billups can travel to certain states, but he had to surrender his passport. He and 30 other defendants are due back in court on March 4 for an update on the case, and Judge Ramon Reyes hopes the trial will begin in September 2026.
2025-11-25 14:20:00
