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NBA, union back more limits for some prop bets

The NBA and its players’ association say they support further limitations on certain types of prop bets to curb game manipulation and abuse of athletes by gamblers.

August 15, 2025 by Editor

Lakers to unveil Riley statue on Feb. 22 vs. C’s

The Lakers will honor Hall of Fame coach Pat Riley, who coached the team to four NBA titles during the “Showtime” era, with a statue that will be unveiled Feb. 22.

August 15, 2025 by Editor

The NBA schedule is out! Here are the best games — and beefs — to watch this season

Following the NBA’s schedule release, our insiders breakdown which 2025-26 games have the most intrigue.

August 14, 2025 by Editor

NBA betting: First bets to make on opening night and Christmas Day

Here are the bets that stand out for opening night and Christmas Day.

August 14, 2025 by Editor

Sources: Blazers find buyer, will stay in Portland

Tom Dundon, owner of the NHL’s Hurricanes, has agreed to buy the NBA’s Trail Blazers for more than $4 billion and keep the team in Portland, sources told ESPN.

August 14, 2025 by Editor

Porter Jr.: Betting impact ‘going to get worse’

Michael Porter Jr., whose brother Jontay was banned from the NBA in 2024 for his role in a gambling scheme, says the expansion of sports betting has detracted from the integrity and enjoyment of the game “and it’s only going to get worse.”

August 14, 2025 by Editor

Opening night: Warriors-Lakers, Rockets-Thunder

The opening night of the 2025-26 NBA season will feature the defending champion Thunder hosting the Rockets and the Warriors visiting the Lakers.

August 13, 2025 by Editor

Convictions in death of CP3’s grandfather tossed

A North Carolina trial judge has thrown out the convictions of four men in the 2002 death of basketball star Chris Paul’s grandfather. Now, state attorneys are considering their next moves, including an appeal.