By Edward G. Robinson III AFRO Sports Editor A federal investigation into point-shaving and sports bribery has resulted in indictments and arrests for 26 people accused of “fixing” NCAA Division I basketball games. The accused reportedly coerced, convinced and allegedly paid players to throw games in an effort to impact gambling bets. Authorities announced the details of this investigation on Jan. 15 at a press conference that revealed disturbing news none of us wanted to hear about collegiate sports. And the news hit close to home. The two-year investigation focused on individuals who targeted university basketball players around the country, including
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