Antonio Blakeney Faces Charges in Global Basketball Scandal

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Twenty-six individuals including former Chicago Bulls player Antonio Blakeney face federal charges after an indictment revealed a massive point-shaving scheme in USA college and Chinese professional basketball.Prosecutors allege the group bribed more than 39 players across 17 NCAA Division I teams to rig at least 29 games with millions of dollars wagered on the outcomes.Antonio Blakeney allegedly received $200,000 for underperforming and recruiting others while his co-defendants face up to 20 years in prison for financial fraud.
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