“They can’t hold me”- Gilbert Arenas makes a bold claim after being released post shocking gambling sting arrest

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas generated waves across the globe for all wrong reasons. The popular podcast host, along with five others, was arrested after he was found running an illegal gambling business.

According to the latest development on Arena’s case, he was spotted leaving Los Angeles jail on Wednesday. He was seen happily taking the exit door after making headlines for an illegal gambling sting.

Gilbert Arenas makes a bold prediction after being released from Los Angeles jail

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas was all smiles while taking the exit route from Los Angeles jail on Wednesday. The Gill’s Arena podcaster diverted the attention of NBA world after he was embroiled in an illegal gambling racket.

According to multiple media outlets, the infamous sting was operated from California under an Israeli head with a criminal background. While leaving the Los Angeles prison, Gilbert Arenas made a bold prediction about himself post gambling sting. He looked straight into the camera and confidently said with a smile,“They can’t hold me.”

According to U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California, Gilbert Arenas was convicted on the charges of illegal gambling racket.

Reportedly, he played an important role in the day-to-day activities of gambling business and even made false statements to federal investigators. Gilbert Arenas pleaded not guilty and was released a few hours after his arrest. The trial for the particular case would start on September 23.

Why was the former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas arrested?

The former NBA star’s exit came just a few hours after his arrest. Reportedly, he was taken into custody on federal charges stating that Arenas played an important role in the illegal gambling organization out of his Encino mansion.

Reportedly, Arenas was mainly accused for renting out his Los Angeles residence to a group of people involved in order to conduct the activities related to the poker game. Also Read: Former NBA star Kwame Brown takes a dig at Gilbert Arenas’ arrest and Shannon Sharpe’s exit from ESPN

FAQ’s

1. Why was Gilbert Arenas arrested recently?

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas was arrested for running an illegal gambling business in California.

2. For which NBA team does Gilbert Arenas play?

Gilbert Arenas used to play for the Memphis Grizzlies. He retired from the NBA after the 2011-12 season.