"Jones urged a co-conspirator to 'get a big bet on Milwaukee before the information is out!' indicating his involvement in insider betting practices related to player injuries."
"In a prepared statement, Jones acknowledged that he conspired with others to defraud sports betting companies by using 'insider information that I obtained as a result of my relationships as a former player.'"
"Sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 6 before separate judges in the two cases, with guidelines calling for 21 to 27 months in prison for the sports gambling charge."
Damon Jones, a former Lakers assistant coach, became the first defendant to plead guilty in a gambling indictment involving several high-profile figures. Evidence revealed he urged a co-conspirator to place bets on a game after learning of player injuries. Initially pleading not guilty, Jones later admitted to conspiracy charges, acknowledging his use of insider information to defraud sports betting companies. Sentencing is set for January 6, with potential prison terms ranging from 21 to 78 months depending on the charges.
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