Los Angeles, CA (My Sportsbook) - James "the Harlem Hammer" Butler pleaded not guilty Friday to the murder of freelance sportswriter Sam Kellerman, the younger brother of Fox Sports Net's television host Max Kellerman. Sam Kellerman, 29, was apparently murdered with a hammer, found dead Sunday at his burned-down apartment. Butler, who was living at Kellerman's place since September, was also charged with arson. He was arrested Monday and held on $1.25 million bail. Butler owns a 20-5 professional record. His most prominent moment came after a charity match held for the September 11 terrorist attacks. He sucker-punched his opponent with a gloveless right hook as the two met for the usual fighters' embrace after the match. The elder Kellerman is the host of "I, Max," a sports debate show. He was previously a boxing analyst for ESPN and host of the show "Around the Horn." |
