NBA Coach Billups Pleads Not Guilty in Poker Scandal

NBA coach Chauncey Billups, along with former player Damon Jones, faces charges of wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy related to an alleged illegal poker operation. Prosecutors claim Billups acted as a face card for the scheme, using sophisticated cheating devices to rig games against unsuspecting players. Billups has pleaded not guilty and is currently free on a five million dollar bond. The NBA has placed him on leave from his coaching duties with the Portland Trail Blazers. The trial is estimated to begin in September 2026. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.