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NCAA: 3 hoops players bet on their own games
A Fresno State men’s basketball player manipulated his performance for gambling purposes and conspired with two players to place bets on his statistics, according to findings from an NCAA investigation released Wednesday.
The NCAA ruled that Fresno State forward Mykell Robinson, San Jose State guard Steven Vasquez and Fresno State guard Jalen Weaver are permanently ineligible due to gambling violations and are no longer enrolled at their schools.
Robinson and Vasquez, who were roommates at Fresno State during the 2023-24 season, conspired to wager on Robinson to underperform during a Jan. 7, 2025, game between Fresno State and Colorado State. Three prop bets totaling $2,200 were placed on the under on Robinson’s statistics. The bets, which were flagged by a Nevada sportsbook operator, won a net $15,950. One of the bets was placed by Vasquez and a “sportsbook trader,” according to the NCAA.
“During the game, Robinson altered his performance, with three points scored, two rebounds, one three-pointer and no assists, to ensure the under-line bets won,” the NCAA wrote in its case synopsis.
Robinson also placed 13 prop bets on daily fantasy sites from Dec. 11, 2024, through Jan. 11, 2025, according to the NCAA.
The NCAA investigation also discovered that Robinson and Weaver, who were teammates at Fresno State, discussed the betting lines on each other’s statistics and placed bets on themselves and each other in select games. Weaver, who cooperated with the investigation, also placed a $50 parlay bet on himself, Robinson and a third student-athlete, and won $260, the NCAA said.
“I respect the NCAA’s decision and I’ve taken accountability,” Weaver told ESPN in a text message. “My focus is now on my professional career, where I’m committed to proving myself of the court.”
Robinson declined to comment when reached by ESPN, and efforts to reach Vasquez were unsuccessful.
Robinson last played for Fresno State on Jan. 11 against Nevada. Vasquez graduated from San Jose State in May. The NCAA said that Robinson and Vasquez did not cooperate with its investigation.
Fresno State told ESPN in a statement that it cooperated the NCAA throughout the investigation and did not receive any sanctions from the case. “Fresno State holds itself to the highest standards of integrity, character and sportsmanship, and has an unwavering commitment to compliance with all NCAA and conference rules,” the statement read.
ESPN reported in February that the NCAA and Fresno State were investigating whether two men’s basketball players had played in daily fantasy contests based on their own performances.
Weaver told ESPN at the time that he played a daily fantasy contest on his points total in the Bulldogs’ home game against New Mexico on Dec. 31. Weaver said he risked $50 that he would score more than 11 points on the fantasy site Sleeper. He finished with 13 points in a 103-89 loss to the Lobos.
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Vikings-Chargers NFL Week 8: Herbert finds Ladd McConkey for 27-yard TD
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Minnesota Vikings are visiting the Los Angeles Chargers in an NFL Week 8 matchup Thursday.
NFL reporters Kevin Seifert for the Vikings and Kris Rhim for the Chargers will provide updates on all the biggest plays and highlights from SoFi Stadium.
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Longtime NBA assistant Rogers joins Memphis staff
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis coach Penny Hardaway has added longtime NBA assistant Roy Rogers as an assistant to fill out his staff for this season.
Hardaway also brought in Josh Townsend as the Tigers’ new director of scouting in additions announced Thursday.
Rogers was a first-round NBA draft pick in 1996 by the then-Vancouver Grizzlies out of Alabama. He spent the past four seasons as an assistant coach for the Portland Trail Blazers. He also has been an assistant with the Clippers, Chicago, Houston, Washington, Brooklyn, Detroit and Boston.
This will be Rogers’ first time coaching in the college ranks. He joins a staff that includes Mike Davis and Jermaine Johnson. Hardaway also added Darrell Brown Jr. as director of player development and Kristan Kelly as director of basketball operations this summer.
Townsend spent the past two seasons as head video coordinator for the Los Angeles Lakers‘ G League affiliate and was with the Lakers’ 2024 Summer League staff. He was a graduate assistant at Penn State between 2021 and 2023.
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Big news for sports fans in Pakistan! Geo Super to air global sports events live
KARACHI: Pakistan’s sports enthusiasts have a major reason to celebrate as the country’s first private sports channel, Geo Super, is all set to bring live action from the world’s biggest sporting arenas directly to its viewers.
Geo Super has signed a historic partnership with the international streaming platform MYCO, under which Pakistani audiences will be able to watch the English Premier League, Wimbledon, Formula E, World Squash Federation events, Karate, Cricket, and several other global competitions live on Geo Super.
Speaking on the occasion, MYCO Managing Director Umair Masoom said, “This is a landmark day for sports lovers in Pakistan. Geo Super has played a vital role in promoting sports across the country, while Myco has built a strong presence among viewers who enjoy sports through the Myco app.”
He added that Myco holds exclusive rights to several international sporting events, which will now be aired on Geo Super, while events aired by Geo Super will also be streamed live through Myco’s digital platform, ensuring maximum reach for fans.
“The partnership is for 05 years, and together we aim to provide sports fans in Pakistan with the best access to international sporting action,” concluded Umair Masoom.
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