Former NBA guard Malik Beasley is negotiating a plea agreement with the Department of Justice after initially pleading not guilty to charges that he fixed or attempted to fix at least four games in 2024 to help bettors and ease his debts.

The case is part of a broader gambling investigation that involves more than three dozen arrests.

Zamorano, who previously represented co-defendant Ed Davis, is alleged to have acted as Beasley's gatekeeper in the scheme; Davis is said to have lent Beasley money and helped arrange the alleged scheme.

AP Sports Writer Larry Lage contributed to the reporting, with additional context from AP and location details in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

The article notes AP involvement and cites reporting from Larry Lage and a Detroit/Ann Arbor context.

The story traces Beasley's career trajectory and the ongoing legal proceedings as of the report date.

Beasley had a strong 2024/25 season, appearing in all 82 games, averaging 16.3 points, and finishing second in Sixth Man of the Year voting.

There has been no public change in Beasley's formal plea status beyond ongoing negotiations, and AP is involved in the reporting.

Beasley's attorney did not provide comment at the time of the filing.

The investigation has significantly impacted Beasley's career, with no NBA play since the legal developments, while Davis faces ongoing federal proceedings.

Beasley and Davis were briefly teammates in Minnesota during the 2020-21 season, and Davis is described as Beasley's gatekeeper in the alleged scheme.

Beasley appeared in 79 games (77 starts) for Milwaukee that season before signing a one-year deal with the Pistons.