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Looking back at the sports gambling controversies throughout 2025, with NBA and MLB investigations leading way

December 30, 2025

Looking back at the sports gambling controversies throughout 2025, with NBA and MLB investigations leading way

From an NBA coach allegedly tied to the mob to MLB pitchers accused of fixing pitches, 2025 marked a year of major gambling scandals shaking professional and college sports.

NBA draft pick joins Baylor for second half of season in unprecedented move

December 24, 2025

NBA draft pick joins Baylor for second half of season in unprecedented move

Basketball fans are baffled on social media after Nigerian center James Nnaji, a 2023 NBA Draft pick, committed to Baylor, where he'll play the second half of the season.

NBA star pleads not guilty to federal gambling conspiracy charges in court

December 9, 2025

NBA star pleads not guilty to federal gambling conspiracy charges in court

Terry Rozier entered a not guilty plea on Monday stemming from his alleged involvement in a gambling scheme where friends of his profited after he left a game early.

Hornets star LaMelo Ball fined $35,000 for flipping off referee after foul call

October 31, 2025

Hornets star LaMelo Ball fined $35,000 for flipping off referee after foul call

LaMelo Ball received a $35,000 fine for making an obscene gesture, a middle finger, toward a referee during the Charlotte Hornets' loss to Miami Heat.

Terry Rozier's attorney maintains innocence, says government is 'making deals with the devil' for cooperation

October 28, 2025

Terry Rozier's attorney maintains innocence, says government is 'making deals with the devil' for cooperation

Terry Rozier’s lawyer, Jim Trusty, defended the NBA star against gambling charges, claiming the government partnered with “horrific people" to build its case.

Who are Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and Damon Jones? NBA subjects arrested in illegal gambling probe

October 24, 2025

Who are Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and Damon Jones? NBA subjects arrested in illegal gambling probe

Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier and Damon Jones were taken into custody Thursday in connection with alleged illegal gambling operations dating back to 2019.

2025 NBA Preseason Buzz: Nuggets, Christian Braun Ink 5-Year, $125M Extension

October 19, 2025

2025 NBA Preseason Buzz: Nuggets, Christian Braun Ink 5-Year, $125M Extension

With NBA training camp underway, this is your one-stop shop for following all the rumors and drama that makes this league so unpredictable.

2025 NBA Summer League Odds: Sacramento Kings' Championship Futures Surge

July 15, 2025

2025 NBA Summer League Odds: Sacramento Kings' Championship Futures Surge

NBA Summer League is underway. Which team will win the tournament, and which player goes home with MVP honors? Here are the odds.

LiAngelo Ball files for divorce from 3-month marriage days after wife reveals pregnancy

July 10, 2025

LiAngelo Ball files for divorce from 3-month marriage days after wife reveals pregnancy

Former basketball player LiAngelo Ball reportedly filed for divorce from his three-month marriage just days after his wife revealed she is pregnant.

2025 NBA Draft: Landing Spots For All 59 Picks

June 26, 2025

2025 NBA Draft: Landing Spots For All 59 Picks

Highlights and landing spots for all 59 picks from the 2025 NBA Draft — including breakdowns of lottery picks.