Michael Avenatti Pleads Not Guilty To Nike Extortion Accusations

Michael Avenatti is accused of attempting to extort up to $25 million from Nike by threatening to reveal claims of improper payments to college basketball recruits. The indictment against him was amended, dropping two conspiracy counts but adding a charge of honest services fraud. Nike denies any wrongdoing. Avenatti, already facing other criminal charges, is set to go on trial on January 21, 2020.

What is Nike's response to the allegations made against them?

• They admitted wrongdoing

• They are denying any wrongdoing

• They have no comment

• They are cooperating with authorities

When is Avenatti scheduled to go on trial?

• January 1st, 2020

• January 21st, 2020

• February 21st, 2020

• March 21st, 2020