Stern feels betrayed by betting scandal (AP)

July 25th, 2007

NBA commissioner David Stern speaks during a news conference regarding the betting probe against NBA referee Tim Donaghy in New York, Tuesday, July 24, 2007. Stern said he believed the betting scandal that has rocked the league won't go beyond the allegations against the one referee who resigned. Stern also called it the 'worst situation' he's experienced in his 23 years at the helm. (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)AP - David Stern blamed a "rogue, isolated criminal" Tuesday for a betting scandal that has devastated the league and threatened the credibility of every referee. A subdued Stern said he felt betrayed by former referee Tim Donaghy, the target of an FBI investigation for allegedly betting on games, including some he officiated, over the last two seasons.




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