A deep dive into NBA sports betting scandal

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A deep dive into the NBA sports betting scandal, by AP reporters
Professional basketball was stunned this week as a popular NBA Hall of Famer and head coach, a current player and a former player were arrested by federal authorities on illegal gambling charges.Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups,

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Do recent sports gambling scandals mean the end of leagues’ deals with sportsbook apps? It’s a longshot
Sports betting is a booming business. The FBI's NBA probe is putting it in the spotlight

NBA gambling scandal takes new twist

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Ted Cruz wants NBA to answer gambling questions for congress
Cruz and Cantwell's letter requests that Silver and the NBA league office respond to a set of written inquiries "no later than Nov. 10." Cruz's office told Chron he is "not ruling out a hearing," depending on the written answers received.

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Ted Cruz sets deadline for NBA to provide answers on gambling scandal
NBA issues urgent memo in wake of gambling scandal

FBI Arrests NBA Players, Coaches

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FBI announces massive sports gambling bust in NBA
The FBI announced a massive sports gambling bust. The suspects include an NBA player, a hall of fame head coach, and mafia families. Suspects are accused of rigging poker games and basketball bets.

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FBI Arrests NBA Players, Coaches in Gambling Probes
NBA reviewing injury reporting in light of FBI illegal gambling probe

NBA on NBC is loaded with star-studded matchups

The return of the NBA to NBC brings 100 of the best regular-season games with star-studded matchups to WRAL-TV.

NBA starts review of policies after gambling-related arrests of Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups

The NBA, in reaction to arrests last week in gambling schemes, has started a review of how the league can protect not just the integrity of the game but its players and coaches as well.

NBA salaries dashboard: Like Basketball-Reference, but for money

Who's the highest-paid Arizona-born player? Easy, that would be Marvin Bagley. How much have players coming from Real Madrid ...

SEC’s Greg Sankey urges NCAA to rethink allowing college athletes to bet on pro sports

In a letter to NCAA president Charlie Baker, obtained by The Athletic on Tuesday, Sankey urged the NCAA Division I Board of ...

Mobsters Tied to LeBron’s Associate in NBA Gambling Scandal Exposed

Dive into the scandal impacting the Lakers as a former unofficial coach close to LeBron James is implicated in a major gambling conspiracy.

Amazon hires ex-ESPN lead NBA reporter for basketball coverage

As part of their coverage for the upcoming NBA season, Amazon has reportedly made a fascinating hire of one of the most ...

Former University of Houston basketball player among those named in NBA betting scheme

Damon Jones, who played for the Houston Cougars in the 90s, was among those named in an alleged illegal sports betting scheme ...

Mobster-Recruiter of Ex-Celtics Players in NBA Gambling Scandal Identified

Learn about the mobster linked to a gambling conspiracy involving former Celtics players Chauncey Billups and Damon Jones.

Michael Jordan is going to be part of NBC’s NBA coverage. His reason: to give back to the game

Michael Jordan made his debut as a special contributor to NBC Sports’ return to NBA broadcasting on Tuesday night, saying ...

Short Kings: Ranking the greatest 6-foot-and-under players in NBA history

Although being tall is obviously quite important for NBA players, some guys have enjoyed long, successful careers despite ...