Feds allege illegal college basketball gambling scheme in sweeping indictment

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Feds accuse college basketball officials and players of running an illegal point-shaving scheme.

Federal prosecutors have charged 26 people in connection with a alleged point-shaving scheme involving multiple current and former college basketball players.

The alleged scheme, which is believed to have taken place over several years, involved several college basketball games being fixed by players, coaches, or others connected to the teams. The fix was said to involve betting on certain games.

According to authorities, the scheme involved a complex network of gamblers and bookmakers who placed bets with each other, often through intermediaries. In some cases, the people directly involved in the game were also betting on it.

The charges alleged that some players received large sums of money for fixing the outcome of their games, while others received smaller payments for arranging or facilitating the fixes.

Scott MacFarlane reported on this story.
 
OMG 🤯 I'm like totally shocked by this news!!! 😱 My favorite team was involved in the scheme and I have no idea how this happened... they're one of the best teams in the league! 💔 I mean, what's the point of even playing if you can just throw the game? 😒 And those players getting paid for it?!?! That's just not right... they should be ashamed 🙅‍♂️. But, I guess that's why they're going to jail now... justice is served 🚔. I'm still trying to process how this all went down... so many questions! 😩
 
It's just wild to think about how far corruption can spread in sports. I mean, who wouldn't want a guaranteed win every now and then? 😒 The fact that it was going on behind closed doors is what makes it even more shady. And the network of gamblers and bookmakers involved? That's just crazy. It's like a whole separate world operating outside of the rules.

The thought of players getting paid off to throw games is just disgusting. I mean, we're supposed to be celebrating athletes who push themselves to be their best, not ones who are willing to sell out for cash. And the fact that it was going on for years? That's just infuriating.

I'm not sure what's more shocking - the fact that it happened or that it was able to go on for so long without anyone speaking up. Either way, justice should be served and these people should face the consequences of their actions. 💯
 
I'm so shocked and disappointed to hear about this scandal! It's just not right when people would do something like that to cheat the system and hurt innocent fans. I mean, college basketball is all about fair play and sportsmanship, and these allegations are just totally underhanded.

It's crazy to think that some players were getting paid to throw games - what a waste of talent! And it's not just the players, either - coaches and officials could've been involved too, which just raises more questions. I hope they get caught and held accountable for their actions.

I'm keeping my fingers crossed that justice is served and these people face the consequences of their actions. It's time to restore some integrity to college basketball! 🤕💪
 
omg what's wrong with these guys? they're corrupting the game of basketball and it's not just about the money 🤑💸. I feel bad for the kids who got caught up in this mess, they're probably just trying to make ends meet and didn't think it was a big deal. but no, they messed up and now they'll have to live with the consequences 🤕.

I'm all for the feds cracking down on corruption, but I wish they could've done more to prevent this from happening in the first place 💡. Maybe there should be more support for student athletes who get caught up in shady dealings? or better training programs to teach them about sportsmanship and integrity?

anyway, it's gotta be tough on the teams that got affected by this fix 🤦‍♂️. I hope they can bounce back from this and show everyone what real teamwork looks like 💪.
 
🤔 I'm not buying it... a point-shaving scheme? How many times have we seen these allegations surface only to be swept under the rug? And 26 people get charged out of nowhere? It just feels like another PR stunt to distract us from more pressing issues.

And let's be real, how hard is it for players and coaches to resist the temptation of some extra cash? These guys are basically adults, making millions off their sport. They're not going to be that naive. I'm guessing someone's got a bone to pick here...
 
ugh I'm so done with college sports right now 🤯 it's like they're not even trying to pretend that everything is legit anymore. these people are basically admitting that they've been throwing games for cash, and then having the nerve to act all innocent when they get caught? 🙄 it's just another example of how corrupt the system can be. I mean, who needs integrity in sports when you can just take a few bucks on the side? 🤑 and what really gets me is that these players are basically betraying their teammates and fans by doing this. I guess that's just what happens when you prioritize your own bank account over your team's reputation 💸
 
🤕 26 people just got hit with some serious charges over a college basketball point-shaving scheme... can you believe it? I mean, I'm all for fair play and integrity in sports, but come on, these guys took it to a whole new level. The idea that players were getting paid off, or even betting on their own games is just wild 🤯. And the fact that there's this entire network of gamblers and bookmakers involved... it's like they thought they were above the law. Newsflash: you're not 💸. This whole thing just stinks, and I'm sure the NCAA is gonna have a field day with all these charges. Not to mention the fans who got duped into thinking their team was playing clean 🤷‍♂️.
 
It's just so sad to think about these young athletes getting caught up in something like this 🤕. I mean, they're supposed to be focusing on their education and competing at the highest level, not lining their pockets with cash from rigged games. It's a shame that greed can cloud even the brightest minds 💔.

I'm also a bit surprised that it took so long for someone to crack the case 🤦‍♂️. These schemes can be pretty intricate, but I guess when you have enough people looking into it, something has to give 🔍. Anyway, my hope is that those involved will face the consequences of their actions and learn from this experience 💪.

As a retiree, I've seen my fair share of scandals over the years, but this one really gets me 😔. It just goes to show that corruption can be found in even the most esteemed institutions 🤯.
 
just saw this news and i'm like totally shocked 😱. can you believe these guys thought they could just game the system like that? it's crazy to think about how far this scheme went, all the way from players to coaches to bookmakers... it's a whole web of corruption 🕸️. but what really gets me is how much money some of these players were making off this - it's not right, you know? they're supposed to be representing their teams and their schools, not lining their pockets with bribes 💸. the feds are on top of it now, so hopefully justice will be served 🤞.
 
OMG, can't believe this is happening again 🤯! I mean, I know corruption and scandals are nothing new in college sports, but this one takes the cake 🍰. Point-shaving schemes have been around for ages, but it's still shocking to see it all go down like this.

I'm literally shook by how much money these players were getting paid off 🤑. Like, we're talking millions of dollars here! And it's not just about the players, either - coaches and officials are also in on it too? That's some serious level of corruption 🚫.

It's gonna be interesting to see how this all plays out in court 💼. I'm sure there'll be plenty of drama and twists along the way. One thing's for sure though: college basketball just got a lot more complicated 😬.
 
Man, I'm shocked! 🤯 College basketball is supposed to be about the love of the game and competing at a high level, not about making a quick buck by rigging games. It's just so disappointing that some people can't even do the right thing. The whole point of sports is supposed to be fair play and integrity, you know? 🤷‍♂️

It's crazy to think about how complex this scheme was - gamblers, bookmakers, players, coaches... it's like a real-life version of "The Wolf of Wall Street" (minus the cool part, lol). And some people are making bank off of others' hard work and talent. I just hope the guilty parties get caught and held accountable for their actions.

I'm also thinking about the bigger picture here - how do we even prevent something like this from happening in the first place? More oversight, maybe? I don't know, but it's definitely a lesson to be learned by all involved in college sports. 💔
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around this... like, I know corruption is a thing in sports and all that, but 26 people? That's a lot! 🤯 I mean, I remember when college basketball was all about being honest and playing it straight up. Nowadays it seems like scandals are more common than NBA trades 😅.

What really gets me is the players involved. Some of them were making bank off fixing games? Like, what's the appeal? I guess some people just can't resist easy money, no matter how shady it is 🤑. And coaches too? Coaches should be setting examples for these young athletes!

I'm not sure if this will actually stop all these point-shaving schemes or not... seems like a never-ending cycle to me 📉. But hey, at least the authorities are trying to clean up the mess, right? Hopefully some of these people take some time to think about their actions and what they did wrong 🤔.
 
🤔 This is just another example of corruption and greed in our sports system, you know? I mean, think about it, 26 people involved in a point-shaving scheme? That's like a whole bunch of politicians, businessmen, or bureaucrats caught red-handed, if you ask me. 🤑 It's all about lining their own pockets, no matter the cost to the game.

And let's not forget, these are talented young athletes we're talking about, with futures and careers on the line. The fact that they would sell out for a quick buck is just sad. 🤕 It makes you wonder what kind of system allows this to happen in the first place.

I'm not saying the whole sports industry is corrupt or anything (although I do think we need more regulation, that's another story), but it's clear that there needs to be more oversight and accountability in these situations. We need to make sure our young athletes are not being taken advantage of by those who want to exploit them for personal gain. 💪
 
I'm so disappointed to hear about all these college basketball scandals 🤕. It's like they're putting their own interests over the integrity of the game and the trust of the fans 🙅‍♂️. I mean, how can you even justify taking money from your own team for something as silly as a point-shaving scheme? 🤑 It's not just about the money, it's about the principle and the respect for the game itself.

And what really gets me is that there must have been some smart folks who figured out this whole operation was going on and didn't say anything. That just shows how pervasive corruption can be, even in places where you'd think common sense would prevail 🤔. As a wellness guru, I'm all about promoting mindfulness and integrity – it's sad to see that these values aren't being upheld in some of the most visible spots.
 
🤦‍♂️ I mean, come on... college basketball? Really? Who thought it was a good idea to turn a game about teamwork and sportsmanship into a betting scam? 🤑 It's like they're trying to make the NCAA look bad on purpose. Anyway, 26 people get charged, yay for accountability, right? 😒 I'm sure it had nothing to do with the fact that the players are making bank off their "hard-earned" degrees in sports management... meanwhile, most of them won't even be able to find a job in their field because they got caught. 🙄
 
🤯 can't believe these ppl think they can just rig a game and get away with it lol what's next? like who gets paid to lose in sports? this is so sickening, all those innocent fans who pay attention to the games thinking everything is fair and square... meanwhile players are out here making bank off some dirty tricks 🤑.
 
🏀😬 just heard about this scandal and i'm so done with all the fixin' going on in college hoops 🤯 can't believe players were gettin' paid to throw games 😒 it's like they're not even tryin' no more 💔 gotta do better, folks 👊 and yeah 26 people got caught up in this mess so at least that's a start 🚫 still don't wanna be betting on games anyway 🤑🏆 too unpredictable 🤪
 
🤔 so I'm thinking about this whole college basketball point-shaving scheme thing and it's just wild to me... like how can you put a price on winning or losing in sports? I mean, we all know that college ball is huge money-wise for schools and players, but when you're talking about fixing games? That's just not right, you feel?

And the fact that there were people involved who were betting on the fix themselves... it's like a whole other level of corruption. And what really gets me is that these players were basically getting paid to lose or win for their own teams, which is just shady. I don't get how someone can rationalize taking money from their own sport in exchange for altering its outcome.

It's also gotta be tough on the innocent players who didn't do anything wrong, but got caught up in all this mess. And what about the coaches and other officials who might've been involved or oblivious to it all? The whole thing just feels like a big web of deceit, you know? 🤕
 
can't believe these guys think they can just rig a sport and get away with it lol what's next? 🤑🏀 I mean I know there's been some shady stuff in college hoops before, but this is just wild. And it's not like these players were innocent bystanders either - they knew exactly what was going on. It's just sad that the love of the game got lost in all the greed and corruption 💔.
 
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