Ben McLemore, Ex-NBA player, found guilty in 2021 rape case
Synopsis Former NBA player Ben McLemore was found guilty in Oregon of first-degree rape, first-degree unlawful sexual penetration, and second-degree sexual abuse, stemming from an incident in October 2021. Following an 11-day trial, the jury reached a verdict after 10 hours of deliberation. McLemore, a former lottery pick who played for multiple NBA teams, faces sentencing next Wednesday. Former NBA guard Ben McLemore was convicted on Thursday, after an 11-day trial and 10 hours of jury deliberation, in Oregon for a 2021 rape case. A Clackamas County jury found McLemore guilty of first-degree rape, first-degree unlawful sexual penetration, and second-degree sexual abuse.
ADVERTISEMENT He was acquitted of a second charge of second-degree sexual abuse. Sentencing is scheduled for next Wednesday.
The incident dates back to October 3, 2021, in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Following the investigation, a grand jury indicted McLemore in February 2024, leading to his arrest by US Marshals in April.
"We recognize there are those who fear individuals with celebrity status or a position of prominence can avoid prosecution," Clackamas County District Attorney John Wentworth said in a statement. "Not in Clackamas County. This case demonstrates my office prosecutes criminal acts regardless of the offender's community status."McLemore, 32, was the No. 7 overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings. He played for several teams - including the Grizzlies, Rockets, Lakers, and Trail Blazers - before continuing his career overseas. Over 556 NBA games, he averaged 9.0 points and 2.3 rebounds.
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