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Former NBA Star Ben McLemore Convicted of Rape

7/4/2025

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Former NBA player Ben McLemore has been convicted of rape and sexual abuse stemming from a 2021 team party in Oregon. After an intense 11-day trial, the jury deliberated for nearly 10 hours. While McLemore's defense insisted the encounter was consensual, the prosecution presented a compelling case that led to his conviction.

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Former NBA player Ben McLemore has been convicted of rape and sexual abuse stemming from a 2021 team party in Oregon. After an intense 11-day trial, the jury deliberated for nearly 10 hours. While McLemore's defense insisted the encounter was consensual, the prosecution presented a compelling case that led to his conviction.