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- A Brooklyn federal court has set Terry Rozier’s trial for Feb. 8, 2027, after the former NBA guard pleaded not guilty to new charges tied to an alleged illegal sports betting scheme.
- The case stands out less as an NBA roster story and more as a sports betting integrity matter now moving through a federal courtroom in Brooklyn.
- It is also a reminder that alleged betting-related misconduct can carry consequences well beyond the game itself.
Former NBA player Terry Rozier has pleaded not guilty to new sports bribery and wire fraud conspiracy charges in federal court.
Prosecutors allege the charges stem from an illegal sports betting scheme connected to a Charlotte Hornets game in March 2023.
The report says prosecutors claim Rozier agreed to a $100,000 bribe to manipulate his performance in that game. A judge has now scheduled trial for Feb. 8, 2027.
Judge rules against Rozier
Rozier and his representatives asked the court to change bail conditions that currently bar contact with the NBA and the Hornets. Prosecutors argued those restrictions should stay in place, saying the NBA and Hornets are victims of the alleged scheme.
The judge kept the no-contact order with the Hornets in place.
Rozier’s lawyer, James Trusty, criticized that position after the hearing, saying, “The NBA literally has flagrantly fouled the presumption of innocence.”
Rozier must forfeit most of 2025-26 salary
The case highlights how alleged manipulation tied to a sporting event can become a major enforcement issue. It also shows how disputes over league contact, employment, and contract status can unfold alongside criminal proceedings.
Rozier was released by the Miami Heat on April 10 after being traded there in January 2024.
An arbitrator ruled earlier this month that Rozier must forfeit most of his $26.6 million Heat contract for the 2025-26 season.
Based on reporting by Mark Keast for Casino.org.
