Former NBA Star Gilbert Arenas Says “He’s Snitching” Following Arrest On Illegal Gambling Charges

Gilbert Arenas is facing federal charges after being arrested and tied to an alleged illegal gambling operation reportedly ran out of his Encino, Calif. mansion. And according to the NBA star, he’s not worried because he won’t be going down for the accusations The former NBA All-Star didn’t hold back during a recent livestream following his arrest. Instead of ducking the heat, Arenas boldly declared that when the legal drama goes to court, he won’t be worried. “Good luck in court,” he said. “I’m pretty sure I ain’t gonna be there when it’s starting to go, ’cause yeah… I’m snitching.”The 43-year-old was arrested Wednesday (July 30) on multiple charges, including conspiracy to operate an illegal gambling business, operating an illegal gambling business, and making false statements to federal investigators. The case stems from high-stakes poker games allegedly hosted at his Encino mansion. After pleading not guilty in court, Arenas posted a video on X dancing down the courthouse steps and bragging, “They can’t hold me,” while flexing his $50,000 bond receipt. He also insisted the charges “ain’t got sh*t to do with me,” claiming he simply rented the property and what went down inside was out of his hands. Per the indictment, one of Arenas’ associates allegedly ran illegal “Pot Limit Omaha” poker games at the home. Five others were arrested in connection to the case, including Yevgeni “Giora” Gershman, who prosecutors believe is a high-level figure in an Israeli crime organization. Upon his arrest, hilariously, Arenas said he recognized one of the arresting officers from his childhood, revealing, “This is the only time you actually stopped me, brother. This is the best defense you done had ever since we was little. If convicted, Arenas faces up to five years in prison for each of the three charges. His trial is scheduled to begin Sept. 23

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