Jul

29

Donaghy Given 15 Month Sentence For Role In Gambling Ring

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Admitting before a judge that he had shamed himself, his family and his profession, former NBA referee Tim Donaghy was sentenced on Tuesday. The “Associated Press” reported that Donaghy who had admitted to providing inside information to associates as well as betting on games himself was sentenced to 15 months jail time, and 3 years of supervised release. Donaghy’s attorrney asked the judge in the New York courtroom to give his client probation, instead of prison time. He said his client needed treatment not punishment. Judge Carol Amon instead gave Donaghy a 15 month sentence, much shorter than the maximum sentence for the crime which is 33 months.

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Jul

29

ESPN: Donaghy Receives 15-Month Prison Sentence

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Jul

29

ESPN: Cossack Breaks Down The Donaghy Sentencing

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Jul

29

ESPN: Donaghy’s Attorney: This Story Isn’t Over

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Jul

29

Pistons Sign Kwame Brown To Two Year Deal

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The “Associated Press” reported Monday night that the Detroit Pistons have signed former number one NBA Draft pick center Kwame Brown to a two year deal. Pistons team president of basketball operations Joe Dumars confirmed the signing late Monday night. The deal is a two year contract for $4 million per season. Brown has a player opt out clause after next season, which would make him a free agent if he exercises it. Brown was taken with the first pick by the Washington Wizards in the 2001 NBA Draft, but his career has not lived up to what was expected of him by the Wizards. Brown was one of a number of high school players taken that year that have failed to live up to expectations. He has averaged 7.5 points, and 5.7 rebounds. He has also played for the Los Angeles Lakers and the Memphis Grizzlies.

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Jul

29

ESPN: NBA Insiders Look At Olympic Basketball

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