Avast ye! Ryan Rollins, just set free by Wizards, be accused o' swindlin' from Target. Aye, 'tis a scandalous tale, matey!
2024-01-12
Avast ye, mateys! Word be sailin' 'round that Ryan Rollins, who hath been set free by the Washington Wizards, be facin' a mighty accusation o' pilferin' booty from a Target store in Virginia! Arrr, what a scurvy rascal!
The Washington Wizards have released guard Ryan Rollins following allegations of theft from a Target store. The 21-year-old is accused of stealing from the store seven times over a two-month period while he was on the Wizards' roster. The alleged incidents took place between September 9 and November 9, with the stolen items being valued at less than $1,000 each. Rollins is said to have stolen household items such as candles, groceries, and body wash. He is now facing seven charges of petit larceny, a Class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia, which could result in jail time and fines. A court hearing is scheduled for next month, and Rollins has not entered a plea.Rollins was acquired by the Wizards in a trade that sent Chris Paul to the Golden State Warriors. He appeared in 10 games with Washington this season and 12 games with the Warriors last year. The team released a statement saying they had recently learned of the charges against Rollins but could not comment on the matter or the basis for their roster decisions. They expressed their commitment to being responsible citizens and representatives of their fans and community.
Rollins was the 44th overall selection in the 2022 NBA Draft. The news of his release comes as a surprise and disappointment for fans and the team. It remains to be seen how this incident will impact Rollins' future in the NBA.