In an effort to set the record straight, earlier today, former light heavyweight king Antonio Tarver informed Boxingtalk.com that former super middleweight champion Jeff Lacy turned down $1.5M for an October showdown. Tarver's promoter Joe DeGuardia confirmed to Boxingtalk that their offer was turned down. Lacy promoter Gary Shaw, who is promoting tomorrow night's HBO Boxing After Dark headlined by Vivian Harris-Stevie Johnston, was unavailable for immediate comment. Full interview with Tarver to follow on Monday morning. (9:30 PM EST)