Illinois star guard Terrence Shannon Jr. was found not guilty of charges of rape and sexual battery on Thursday. This verdict comes as a significant relief for Shannon, who has faced substantial public scrutiny since the allegations surfaced. Meanwhile, NBA legend LeBron James quickly defended Shannon Jr. against his detractors.
The charges against Shannon stemmed from an incident that occurred at a bar on September 8, 2023.
Following the alleged incident, the accuser identified Shannon from an online team roster and subsequently contacted the police. Shannon consistently denied the allegations throughout the legal process.
