Terry Rozier Co-Defendant Accused of Witness Tampering in Gambling Case

Federal prosecutors are asking a judge to jail Deniro Laster, a co‑defendant in the Terry Rozier sports betting corruption case, accusing him of attempting to tamper with witnesses while he awaits trial.

Laster, described as a childhood friend of the former Miami Heat guard, is accused of helping orchestrate a scheme in which Rozier accepted a $100,000 bribe to influence game outcomes.

The government alleges that Laster tried to contact and intimidate potential witnesses, prompting the request for pre‑trial detention. The case continues to draw attention as it ties professional athletes to illegal gambling activities.