The party's internal disciplinary body announced today that Xiao Tian, formerly vice minister of sports responsible for basketball, was found to have violated political disciplines and rules.
The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection said Xiao took bribes and sought benefits for others, tried to transfer illicit gains and hindered investigations.
It said Xiao hired and promoted his wife in violation of personnel rules and accepted bribes and gifts including golf sessions from private businesspeople.
The commission said Xiao's acts have been particularly flagrant after the party leadership demanded frugality among its members. It said Xiao wined and dined people on the public purse and frequented private clubs.
While traveling abroad on business, Xiao also changed his itineraries and extended his trips without approval, the disciplinary group said.
The party has decided to confiscate his illicit gains and hand him over to authorities for criminal indictment. Xiao is still listed as a member of FIBA Central Board on its website.