I am not sure we really need to comment at all on this picture.  Remember the name of our site? 

OK, maybe just a few words… Besides allegedly placing his own wagers, Donaghy provided inside information to others, including referees’ schedules. The referee had a gambling problem and was approached by low-level mob associates through an acquaintance.  Donaghy explained how the betting scheme worked. He used his privileged information — "player’s physical conditions" and who "would be refereeing games" — and told his alleged co-conspirators, often in code, how they should place their bets.  Donaghy was paid as much as $5,000 for each correct pick that beat the point spread. 

$5000!  Come on, get a life (not one in prison).  He had an amazing job and now faces 25 years in prison for a few thousand bucks?!  That is just stupid!!  And there will be hell to pay if he messed with my beloved Phoenix Suns!

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