A federal judge has handed down a 40-month prison sentence to former NBA player Glen 'Big Baby' Davis after he was convicted in a scheme to defraud a health care benefits plan. In November, Davis was found guilty of health care fraud, wire fraud, conspiracy to make false statements, and conspiracy to commit health care and wire fraud. These convictions carried a maximum penalty of up to 20 years in prison.
Despite the seriousness of the sentence, Davis reacted in a lighthearted manner, joking that it presented a unique opportunity for him to improve his physical condition. During an Instagram Live video shortly after the sentence, Davis humorously stated that he would use his time in prison to get in better shape by making significant changes to his diet.
In addition to the 40-month prison term, Davis will also be subjected to three years of supervised release. As part of his release conditions, he will have to attend a financial management class and undergo mandatory drug treatment. Furthermore, Davis has been ordered to pay $80,000 in restitution.
More than 20 individuals have been charged and sentenced for their involvement in the scheme, which revolved around filing inaccurate medical claims with the NBA Players' Health and Benefit Welfare Plan, according to the indictment.
Davis, a member of the Boston Celtics' 2008 NBA championship team, also played for the Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Clippers during his nine-year NBA career. Known for his imposing stature, Davis weighed an average of 290 pounds during his playing days, according to his NBA player height and weight listings.
