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Is Gilbert Arenas Connected to Chauncey Billups’ & Terry Rozier’s Arrests in FBI Probe?

Originally posted on EssentiallySports | By Adrija Mahato | Last updated Oct 23, 2025 1:24 PM ET

Now, if you recall, former NBA star Gilbert Arenas was arrested in July of this year. Weirdly enough, authorities charged the former Washington Wizards guard with allegedly running an illegal, high-stakes poker ring out of his home in LA. And what’s even more interesting is the fact that he wasn’t pleading guilty. Arenas secured his release pending trial by paying a $50,000 bond. Suddenly, social media is swarming with “if I go down, I’m taking everyone with me” claims. Some believe that it is the 43-year-old who might have snitched on Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier.

Arenas continues to face federal charges after his arrest in connection with an alleged illegal gambling operation reportedly run from his Encino, California, mansion. Despite the gravity of the situation, the former NBA star insists he has no concern over the accusations. He claims he will not be deterred by the alleged activities, standing firm amid mounting legal scrutiny.

Meanwhile, the former NBA All-Star spoke openly during a recent livestream after his arrest. Gilbert Arenas boldly stated that once the legal battle reaches court, he will face it without worry. “Good luck in court,” he said. “I’m pretty sure I ain’t gonna be there when it’s starting to go, ’cause yeah… I’m snitching.”

Gilbert Arenas really said ‘I’m not going to prison if I can do something about it’ pic.twitter.com/kzydSpf2wF

— Nathan (@Best4Business15) October 23, 2025

Gilbert Arenas, charged alongside five others, including co-defendant Yevgeni Gershman, faces three federal counts, including operating an illegal gambling business and making false statements. Between September 2021 and July 2022, prosecutors say Arenas rented his Encino mansion for illegal poker games. He directed staff to collect a rake. Arenas falsely denied involvement and sought to seize funds. His trial begins on 23 September, with up to 15 years at stake.

Therefore, many fans across social media think that it could’ve been Arenas who spoke up. Thus, sending the Portland Trail Blazers HC, Chauncey Billups, and the Miami Heat guard, Terry Rozier into the hands of the FBI. Meanwhile, some very concerning information about Rozier is emerging. And well, this could be risky for the 31-year-old veteran.

Amidst Gilbert Arenas claims, Terry Rozier falls into a deeper trench with the latest allegations

On Thursday, ESPN senior NBA insider Shams Charania reported that the FBI arrested Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier early that morning as part of a sports betting probe, according to sources. Following the arrest, the Eastern District of New York, together with FBI director Kash Patel, will hold a 10 a.m. ET press conference to announce related arrests, highlighting a significant development in the ongoing federal investigation.

The investigation targets unusual betting linked to Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier’s performance in the March 23, 2023, game between the Charlotte Hornets and New Orleans Pelicans. Authorities charged him Thursday alongside five others for turning professional basketball into a criminal gambling operation. Rozier allegedly shared roster information with bettors and faked an injury nine minutes into a game to benefit the scheme, law enforcement sources said.

Thus, the NBA world reels as chaos hits courts off the hardwood. Gilbert Arenas stands defiant amid federal gambling charges, while Terry Rozier plunges into the FBI’s crosshairs over suspicious bets and alleged game manipulation. Rumors swirl that Arenas’ bold claims may have triggered the crackdown. As the legal storm intensifies, players and fans alike watch closely, caught between scandal, strategy, and the unraveling of the sport they thought they knew.

This article first appeared on EssentiallySports and was syndicated with permission.

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