20 Charged in College Basketball Game Rigging Case

Federal prosecutors have charged 20 individuals in connection with an alleged point-shaving scheme involving college basketball players from over 17 NCAA Division I teams, as detailed in an indictment. The scheme purportedly involved fixing or attempting to fix more than 29 games, affecting teams such as Western Michigan, Butler, and Georgetown. A news conference by the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Philadelphia is scheduled for 11 a.m. ET. This announcement follows recent arrests linked to illegal gambling rings, including notable NBA figures.

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