FBI Arrests NBA Stars Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups in Betting Scandal Probe

October 23, 2025 – In a stunning development shaking the NBA, federal authorities arrested Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups on Thursday as part of an expansive FBI investigation into illegal sports betting schemes. The probe, spearheaded by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York, centers on allegations of game outcome manipulation and unauthorized gambling involving NBA personnel.

Rozier, 31, was apprehended in Orlando early this morning, with investigators focusing on his performance during the 2022-2023 season while playing for the Charlotte Hornets. Sources familiar with the case allege that irregularities in Rozier’s on-court statistics raised red flags, prompting scrutiny of potential ties to illicit betting operations. The former Hornets star, now a key contributor for the Heat, has not yet issued a public statement.

In a parallel move, authorities arrested Billups, 49, the Trail Blazers’ head coach and former NBA champion, for his alleged involvement in offshore betting rings. The FBI’s investigation has uncovered evidence suggesting connections between Billups and international gambling networks, though specifics remain under wraps pending further disclosures.

The arrests mark a significant escalation in a broader federal crackdown on illegal sports betting within professional sports. The NBA, already grappling with maintaining the integrity of its games amid the rise of legalized gambling, now faces a public relations crisis as two prominent figures are implicated.

Federal officials are set to provide more details at a 10 a.m. ET press conference in Brooklyn, where prosecutors will outline the charges and the scope of the investigation. Neither the Miami Heat nor the Portland Trail Blazers have released official statements, but league insiders expect swift action, including potential suspensions, as the NBA cooperates with authorities.

The arrests follow a series of probes into sports betting violations, with the FBI leveraging advanced data analytics to detect anomalies in player and team performance. Legal experts anticipate the case could have far-reaching implications for the NBA’s oversight of gambling-related activities.

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