Charles Barkely Facing Prosecution Over Gambling Debt

Dr. Cheese · #1 05-22-2008, 07:16 PM

http://www.kvbc.com/Global/story.asp...1&nav=15MUKUzj

I have heard that he was a big gambler and he admitted to losing $10 million over the years, but possible prosecution over non-payment is a bad sign.

I heard him on the Dan Patrick show (ESPN Radio) this morning and he was pretty combative. I hope I'm wrong, but I have a sinking feeling that Chuck may soon be another broke ex-jock.

GregC · #2 05-22-2008, 07:24 PM

Jeez. I assumed he still had plenty of money after the losses, but yeah, this doesn't look good. Maybe it was an oversight.

FL Knifemaker · #3 05-22-2008, 07:35 PM

I've watched him several times playing golf on the course right by my home. It's very popular for Pro/Am tournaments and many of the Florida pros call it home. If he was betting, I can understand him being in trouble

MJ5150 · #4 05-22-2008, 08:07 PM

He already paid the $400,000. Now he owes the $40,000 court fee.

-Mike

Dr. Cheese · #5 05-22-2008, 08:28 PM

http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/wire?...nba&id=3405049

I'm glad to see he paid up. I hope he is true to his word and takes a year or so break from gambling. As he said, being able to afford to lose money does make it a good idea.

MakiSupaStar · #6 05-23-2008, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FL Knifemaker

I've watched him several times playing golf on the course right by my home. It's very popular for Pro/Am tournaments and many of the Florida pros call it home. If he was betting, I can understand him being in trouble

Yep. He is one of the worst golf players I've ever seen. Even the kind Michael Jordon laughs at his golf swing.

bigfatbass · #7 05-23-2008, 12:00 PM

Charles jokes all the time about not being dumb enough to bet on himself in golf. He is really bad. His swing looks like a seizure.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DFtoeQlO0Ho