Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier was arrested on Thursday as part of a federal investigation into illegal sports betting, an attorney told Fox News. ESPN first reported that Rozier was arrested on Thursday, and Fox News Digital reached out to the Miami Heat for comment, which has not yet been released.
Rozier, who plays for the Miami Heat, did not participate in the previous game against the Orlando Magic due to the arrest. The FBI is currently conducting a wide-ranging probe into illegal sports betting, and a news conference is scheduled for Thursday at 10 a.m. ET to provide more details.
This is a breaking news story, and further updates are expected. The Heat’s management is likely preparing to address the situation, given the significance of the arrest and the ongoing federal investigation.
It is unclear at this stage what specific charges Rozier may face, but the FBI’s involvement indicates that the case is serious. Legal experts suggest that the probe could have wider implications for the sports betting industry and the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a whole.