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Chauncey Billups Pleads Not Guilty to Poker Game Charges

3/3/2026

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Chauncey Billups, a former NBA player, pleaded not guilty in Brooklyn to charges tied to a rigged poker game.
He faces money laundering and wire fraud conspiracy charges, up to 20 years.
He allegedly served as a “face card” to attract wealthy victims to the games.
A $5 million bond was posted for Billups.
The case involves 31 defendants and a trial is set for September 2026.

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Story summary

Chauncey Billups, a former NBA player, pleaded not guilty in Brooklyn to charges tied to a rigged poker game.
He faces money laundering and wire fraud conspiracy charges, up to 20 years.
He allegedly served as a “face card” to attract wealthy victims to the games.
A $5 million bond was posted for Billups.
The case involves 31 defendants and a trial is set for September 2026.