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Trail Blazers Coach Billups Pleads Not Guilty to Fraud Charges

11/25/2025

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Chauncey Billups, Portland Trail Blazers coach and NBA Hall of Famer, pleaded not guilty to money laundering and wire fraud conspiracy charges tied to an illegal gambling scheme that defrauded victims of about $7 million.
The charges could carry a 20-year sentence.
He was released on a $5 million bond and placed on unpaid leave.
Tiago Splitter was named interim coach, and a March 4, 2026 court date is scheduled.

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Story summary

Chauncey Billups, Portland Trail Blazers coach and NBA Hall of Famer, pleaded not guilty to money laundering and wire fraud conspiracy charges tied to an illegal gambling scheme that defrauded victims of about $7 million.
The charges could carry a 20-year sentence.
He was released on a $5 million bond and placed on unpaid leave.
Tiago Splitter was named interim coach, and a March 4, 2026 court date is scheduled.