A former LA Lakers player has been caught up in a federal investigation. Malik Beasley, who previously played for the team, is now facing charges related to a gambling scheme. The indictment is part of a larger government investigation into gambling activities. For more information on the charges and the investigation, readers can refer to the latest updates from FOX 11 Los Angeles.
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