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Jury awards ex-college basketball player $9.25M in New York Times defamation case
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points The plaintiff, a former college athlete, was awarded $9. A story published in 2023 reportedly linked the athlete to a violent incident.
A significant verdict has been reached in a defamation case. The plaintiff, a former college athlete, was awarded $9.25M. This individual had taken legal action against a major publication.
A story published in 2023 reportedly linked the athlete to a violent incident. Further details about the case are available from the source. The lawsuit was filed by a former University of Alabama basketball player, and the case resulted in a substantial monetary award.
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Published: August 21, 2026 ·
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