Former Detroit Pistons legend Chauncey Billups was arrested in Portland, Oregon, on charges connected to an illegal poker ring, federal officals announced Thursday, Oct. 23.

Jones is facing charges in both the illegal poker scheme and sports betting investigation. Specifically, Jones is being accused of tipping off a member of the betting ring on Feb. 9, 2023 urging him to wager on the Lakers’ opponent, the Bucks, because LeBron James would be out with an injury.

NEW YORK — Federal prosecutors on Thursday arrested more than 30 people, including Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups, as part of a multiyear investigation into illegal betting activities.

Chauncey Billups earned a spot in the Basketball Hall of Fame a year ago, recognizing his resilience and clutch play in a championship-winning NBA career. His ability to bounce back and make all the right moves is being put to an entirely different test by a gambling scandal.

Los Angeles Clippers fans jeered the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night during their game, chanting "F-B-I" at players shooting free throws.

Chauncey Billups’ legal team responded forcefully after his arrest in a mafia-linked gambling probe, insisting the NBA coach will fight the charges in court.

Hassan Whiteside sarcastically blames Chauncey Billups for why the Portland Trail Blazers didn’t give him a second chance despite him being impressive throughout the 2019-20 season

Clips from the podcast, in which professional poker player Matthew Berkey describes the rigged games, went viral Thursday after Billups was indicted for his alleged involvement