Tim Donaghy
Tim Donaghy is a former NBA referee who became infamous for his involvement in a gambling scandal that shook the league to its core. In 2007, he admitted to taking money from gamblers in exchange for inside information and even influencing the outcomes of games he officiated. His actions not only undermined the integrity of the NBA but also led to significant changes in the league's officiating policies. Donaghy was sentenced to 15 months in prison, and his scandal remains one of the most notorious in sports history, prompting widespread discussions about corruption and the influence of gambling in professional sports.
Born on Jan 07, 1977 (48 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United States | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 154,674 | $21,000,000 | 9,813$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 154,674 | $21,000,000 | 9,813$ |
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United States:
Tim Donaghy, Greenpeace USA's research director, criticized the Trump administration's policies.
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United States:
Tim Donaghy's case from 2007 was cited as an example of illegal sports betting in the NBA.
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Israel:
Tim Donaghy was involved in a major gambling scandal that led to his imprisonment.
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India:
Tim Donaghy confessed to taking thousands of dollars from gamblers in exchange for inside tips, shaking the integrity of the NBA.
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