The trial occurred in 2019 and Telfair was ultimately found guilty of possessing an illegal firearm. I wake up every morning so I can go to school so I can play basketball. Telfair and a friend were arrested in 2007 after a traffic stop during which police found a loaded handgun in the vehicle. Please dont take me from the society right now. Thank you for submitting a news tip to BVM Sports! Sebastian Telfair went on to play 10-years in the NBA. Sebastian Telfair (born June 9, 1985) is an American former professional basketball player who played in the NBA and the Chinese Basketball Association. Just Days After 3.5-Year Sentence In Gun Case. But, it looks like that also fell through the cracks. The team atTMZ got ahold of the legal documents thatoutline the term's of Telfair's release: The 34-year-old must surrender his passports, stay in NYC, wear an ankle monitor, and be on house arrest from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Watch! Get TMZ breaking news sent right to your browser! 6:18 pm ET. caught with several items during a traffic stop, including a semiautomatic rifle. Sebastian Telfair's mother, Erica Telfair, and older brother, Dan Turner, both passed away in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. He stayed in the league until 2014 and signed with the Xinjiang Flying Tigers to play professional basketball overseas in China. The. Telfair also agreed to be confined to house. In October 2008, the NBA handed him a three-game suspension following the guilty plea.[27]. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. "Through the Fire" chronicles the journey of Coney Island basketball star, Sebastian Telfair, from famed Lincoln High School straight to the NBA. Telfair a once highly touted point guard with a. Police had yet to determine the registration status of the handgun. were underwhelming; in 564 games, he averaged 7.4 points and 3.5 assists per game. [25], In September 2008, Telfair pleaded guilty to criminal possession of a weapon and received three years' probation. Choose your favorite sports and teams to follow to be able to see all of the content you want to enjoy first. I can go play in China for another six years, take care of my family., Following Telfairs plea with the court, Judge John Hecht who was presiding over his case said, Im not going to say very much, Ive observed you throughout the trial. **NO COPYRIGHT IS INTENDED. together with the subheadline, Sebastian Telfair and LeBron James are about to rule the world. But as of today, Telfair has had countless run-ins with the law and is living a far different life than once imagined for the child prodigy. Telfair was arrested with Jami Thomas and charged with unlawful possession of a ballistic vest, unlawful possession of ammunition magazine, possession of a controlled substance, aggravated unlicensedoperator of a motor vehicle, and a motor vehicle equipment violation. Telfair was convicted of one count of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon in April. On February 21, 2013, Telfair was traded to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for Hamed Haddadi and a second-round draft pick. Tekashi 6ix9ine's Kidnapper Denied Early Release From Prison Amid Coronavirus Concerns. Golden State's star sharpshooter enjoys another historic moment, which also set his playoff career high. In December 2005, Telfair suffered a thumb injury and was replaced in the starting lineup by Steve Blake, who went on to have fewer turnovers and more assists. [18] On November 26, 2014, Telfair scored five points against the Utah Jazz. The last major, interview Telfair did was with The Breakfast Club, Unfortunately, his words havent aged well. According to the indictment, the former players engaged in a widespread scheme to defraud the plan by submitting false and fraudulent claims to get reimbursed for medical and dental expenses that were never actually incurred. This is an ongoing investigation, but Telfair, Also in recent years, theres been a frequent search for, Is Sebastian Telfair still in jail? Back in 2017, Telfair was. Sebastian Telfair was a high school basketball star from Lincoln High School in Brooklyn and played for the Portland Trailblazers and seven other teams during his disappointing NBA career. It's unclear how he was released so early when he wasn't eligible for parole until 2022. Release date : August 2, 2007; Actors . I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. [20], On December 2, 2014, Telfair signed with the Xinjiang Flying Tigers for the rest of the 201415 CBA season. If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. The five-star recruit and 2004 USA Mr. Basketball was destined for success. In what could be a temporary turn of events, Telfair is currently a free man as his legal team filed for an appeal. Terrence Williams, who was selected 11th overall in the 2009 NBA Draft by the Nets, is the alleged ringleader of the fraud scheme. On June 28, 2006, the Trail Blazers traded Telfair, along with center Theo Ratliff and a 2008 second-round pick, to the Boston Celtics for guard Dan Dickau, centerforward Raef LaFrentz, and the 7th overall pick in the 2006 NBA draft, Randy Foye, who was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves for the 6th overall pick, Brandon Roy. Though Telfair's sentencing wassignificantly lighterthan the 15 years he was originally facing, his attorneys have filed an appeal and asked that Telfair be released as "the process plays out." With Jimmy Butler hobbled late by an ankle injury, Miami gets big performances from Kyle Lowry and Kevin Love to take the series opener in New York. He would have played for the University of Louisville, but he needed money to get himself and his family out of the projects of Brooklyn. I dont think the people disagree the judgment in this case sir, is what the jury convicted you of Youve achieved greatness in your life and this case doesnt take that away.. Sebastian Telfair risks everything in the hopes of providing a better life for his family and realizing his dream of playing professional ball. The officers stopped the truck after it made a U-turn in front of them and drove off with no headlights on. According to TMZ, Telfair was reportedly released on $500,000 bail. I can go play in China for another six years, take care of my family.". His alleged connection with the NBA fraud scandal is no doubt costing him. Former NBA player Sebastian Telfair was released from prison on Thursday (September 12) just days after he was sentenced to 3.5 years in his gun case. The fine results from Brooks failure to participate in team postgame media availability during the first round. In other months, he had averaged 4.7 points and 1.9 assists on a .358 shooting percentage.[15]. Please dont take me from the society right now. Inside the vehicle, officers spotted a lit joint, and a subsequent search yielded three loaded handguns, a semiautomatic rifle, a ballistics vest, and several bags of marijuana that were among suitcases, clothing, shoes, and furniture parts. Telfair a once highly touted point guard with a disappointing pro basketball career and a history of brushes with the law had been convicted earlier this year of carrying a loaded handgun in his pickup truck. He reportedly received at least $230,000 in kickback payments from 10 other players for his services. whoah, new indictment against 19, incl 18 former NBA players, for allegedly bilking NBAs health/welfare benefit plan out of around $4,000,000 pic.twitter.com/w97HjGGQjE. Telfair was released on $500,000 bail. Shawn Grant is a Chicago native and the Senior Editor of The Source Magazine. He wore number 3 for the Timberwolves because the number 31 had been taken by shooting guard Ricky Davis. On July 20, 2009, Telfair was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers along with Craig Smith and Mark Madsen in exchange for Quentin Richardson. Erica's cause of death was unknown. Telfair was famous at 11 and found himself in prison at 34. Unclear how much Telfair's bail was -- we're working on it but we do know he was spotted with friends on Thursday. The case stems from the athlete's 2017 arrest on weapons- and drug-related charges. Per the terms of Telfair's release, he must surrender is passports, stay in NYC, wear an ankle monitor and be on house arrest from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. [22], On October 16, 2006, Telfair had a chain, valued at $50,000, snatched from his possession outside Sean "Diddy" Combs's restaurant, Justin's. Sebastian Telfair was a high school basketball star from Lincoln High School in Brooklyn and played for the Portland Trail Blazers and seven other teams during his disappointing NBA career. Telfair was selected by the Portland Trail Blazers as the 13th overall pick in the 2004 NBA Draft. He tried to find his footing with teams including the Boston Celtics, Minnesota Timberwolves, Los Angeles Clippers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Phoenix Suns, Toronto Raptors and Oklahoma City Thunder. He appeared in 16 games, averaging 8.4 points and 2.8 assists in 20.9 minutes per game. Telfair was selected by the Portland Trail Blazers as the 13th overall pick in the 2004 NBA Draft. LL Cool J and Questlove promise "The F.O.R.C.E. Telfair is the . In 2019, his then-wife Samantha Rodriguez filed for divorce in what turned out to be messy in regard to finances and their two children, Samaya and Sebastian Jr. Then in 2020, Telfairs mother and brother passed away from COVID-19. We had the honor to view the movie at the Jerusalem Film Festival in the presence of the director Jonathan Hock. After a stellar middle and high school career. Telfair was convicted ona charge of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon back in April, and received his sentence in Brooklyn Supreme Court. Furthermore, when police searched Telfair's vehicle, they uncovered a loaded .45 caliber handgun under the passenger's seat. "My kids gonna think I hurt somebody,"he reportedly said. It appears Sebastian Telfair is no longer behind bars. The ex-NBA star and former H.S. Back in 2002, then-high schoolers graced the cover of. If you were amazed by Curry's record-setting performance on Sunday, let's just say you weren't the only one. Telfair is the cousin of Stephon Marbury, a former NBA and CBA star, and the half-brother of former NBA player Jamel Thomas. By the time he finished high school at Lincoln, he was the all-time leading scorer in New York with 2,785 points. Powered by BizBudding, Sebastian Telfair Released From Prison Early Just Days After 3.5-Year Sentence In Gun Case, Drafted Player Looked Pissed That He Was Selected By The New England Patriots In Second Round (VIDEO), NFL Network Draft Reporter Accidentally Says Eagles Top Pick Jalen Carter Has A Big D*ck On Live TV (VIDEO). On April 24, 2007, Celtics managing partner Wyc Grousbeck announced that Telfair's nameplate on his Celtics locker had been removed and did not expect him back for the 200708 season.[8][9]. Directors Alistair Christopher Jonathan Hock Stars Sebastian Telfair Rick Pitino Asher Beard See production, box office & company info Search on Amazon search for Blu-ray and DVD Add to Watchlist Per the terms of Telfairs release, he must surrender is passports, stay in NYC, wear an ankle monitor and be on house arrest from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Telfair was initially facing a 15-year sentence. Sebastian Telfair has been released while he awaits his appeal. Telfair was picked thirteenth overall in the 2004 NBA draft by the Portland Trail Blazers on the heels of an eminent high school career playing for Abraham Lincoln in Brooklyn. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. On July 31, 2007, the Celtics traded Telfair, along with Al Jefferson, Gerald Green, Ryan Gomes, Theo Ratliff and two first-round draft picks, to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Kevin Garnett. 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[13], Right after the 2011 NBA lockout ended, Telfair signed with the Phoenix Suns on December 9, 2011. The Portland Trail Blazers released a formal statement today about guard Sebastian Telfair's Saturday night whoops!-I'm-carrying-a-handgun incident when he attempted to board the team plane with . [21], On November 18, 2016, Telfair signed with the Fuijan Sturgeons. Telfair. The sister of ex-NBA star Sebastian Telfair, who is in prison for weapons possession, pleaded guilty Friday in Brooklyn federal court to threatening the life of the former hoopster's estranged. 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Telfair was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round of the NBA draft back in 2004, according to the New York Daily News. As a result, Telfair experienced increasing pressure from various local media. Here's the deal 34-year-old Telfair was convicted of possessing an illegal firearm stemming from a June 2017 incident where he was caught with an arsenal of weapons during a traffic stop. He started with the Portland Trail Blazers and spent time with the Boston Celtics, Minnesota Timberwolves and other teams before ending his career in China in 2014. He was facing up to 15 YEARS in prison for the crime but instead, on Aug. 12, a judge ordered him to serve 3.5 years. Reported by ESPN from an October 7, 2021 indictment, eighteen former NBA players, including Telfair, Jamario Moon, Glen Davis, Tony Allen and Darius Miles, were arrested on charges alleging they defrauded the league's health and welfare benefit plan out of about $4 million. Seeing a lit marijuana cigarette in the console, they said they searched the vehicle and found a loaded .45-caliber pistol inside. Turner fell victim to COVID-19. After being selected 13th overall in the 2004 NBA Draft, it seemed as if Sebastian Telfair was destined to become one of the next. Unfortunately, his words havent aged well. The last major interview Telfair did was with The Breakfast Club in November 2018. Blueface and Chrisean Rock appear for episode two of The Jason Lee Show. The controversial couple talks love, troubles with the law, threesomes and so much more in this explosive installment of our latest REVOLT series. My kids gonna think I hurt somebody, he reportedly said during his sentencing. See production, box office & company info, Outstanding movie - tremendous view of what it takes to get into the NBA, Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA, ESPN (Entertainment & Sports Programming Network). Attending Lincoln High School in the Coney Island section of Brooklyn, Telfair was the school's all-time leading scorer until Lance Stephenson broke his record in 2009. 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Telfair -- who famously appeared on Sports Illustrated's cover as a high schooler -- played for several teams in the NBA from 2004 to 2015. The players charged face a count of conspiracy to commit health care and wire fraud, along with aggravated identity theft. On June 11, 2017, Telfair and another man were arrested on weapons and marijuana-related charges during a traffic stop in Brooklyn. "Through the Fire" chronicles the journey of Coney Island basketball star, Sebastian Telfair, from famed Lincoln High School straight to the NBA. to his alleged connection in the FBIs investigation on the health care insurance fraud scheme. Telfairs Ford F-150 SUV was parked on a center median and was approached by police in an unmarked car. As bizarre as life has been for Telfair, hes noted that hes proud of how far hes come. You will now be able to customize your experience on our website. He was a Trail Blazer's 1st-round pick in the '04 NBA Draft. He was sentenced to 3/ years in prison last August, but is out on $500,000 bail and confined to house arrest from 7. The five-star recruit and 2004 USA Mr. Basketball was destined for success. NEW YORK (AP) Former NBA player Sebastian Telfair was sentenced on Monday to 3 1/2 years in prison in his New York City gun case. If he breaks those rules he will immediately go back to prison. Yes! Sebastian Telfair was a prized recruit coming out of high school and skipped college to go straight to the NBA. [12], On July 26, 2010, Telfair was traded back to the Minnesota Timberwolves, along with Delonte West, for Ramon Sessions and Ryan Hollins. at CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nba | pageType: stories |