Terry Rozier Indicted on New Bribery and Wire Fraud Charges in Sports Gambling Sting

Federal prosecutors escalate the case, alleging the ex-NBA guard accepted a bribe to exit a game early—deepening a scandal that threatens the integrity of professional basketball

Former NBA guard Terry Rozier now faces additional federal charges—bribery in sporting contests and honest services wire fraud conspiracy—stemming from a March 23, 2023 game in which he allegedly accepted a bribe to exit early. The superseding indictment expands the case beyond wire fraud and money laundering, drawing in the NBA, the Charlotte Hornets, and major sportsbooks.

The New Charges and Allegations

On May 29, 2026, federal prosecutors in Brooklyn filed a superseding indictment against former NBA player Terry Rozier, adding charges of bribery in sporting contests and honest services wire fraud conspiracy . The indictment alleges Rozier accepted a $100,000 bribe to influence his performance during a March 23, 2023 game—specifically, to exit early—thereby enabling bettors to cash in on prop bets targeting his statistical output .

The Mechanics of the Alleged Scheme

According to the indictment, Rozier conspired with bettors, including longtime friend Deniro Laster and influencer Marves Fairley, to leave a Hornets game early, citing a lower-leg injury, so that wagers on his “under” performance would pay off . Though Rozier collected four rebounds—exceeding the betting line—negotiations reduced his bribe from $100,000 to approximately $70,000 . Fairley, who pleaded guilty the same day, admitted paying Rozier’s friend $100,000 for insider information .