NBA tells sportsbooks to ban certain prop bets and single-player parlays amid gambling probes
The league memo to sportsbook partners removes bet types that recent integrity scandals showed were vulnerable to manipulation.
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NBA GMs project Spurs to win title, Wembanyama to sweep MVP and Defensive Player of the Year
The annual survey of league general managers also names Amen Thompson the top perimeter defender and Cameron Boozer the early Rookie of the Year favorite.
ESPN · +8 outlets
NBA expansion bidders in Seattle face pressure on fees as league weighs Mexico City pivot
Expansion talks have grown more complicated, with the league reportedly pushing Seattle groups toward higher fees while considering alternatives.
ESPN · +2 outlets
Spanish club challenges Thunder rookie Aday Mara's NBA eligibility over contract dispute
The Spanish team says Mara remains under contract with it, potentially delaying his NBA debut; Oklahoma City has issued a statement defending its position.
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Warriors' Jimmy Butler eyes January-February return from torn ACL
Butler, who says he feels he let Stephen Curry and Golden State down, is targeting a midseason comeback as the Warriors' best path to the postseason.
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Five Buss siblings file to challenge Jeanie Buss's petition to remove them as trustees
The Lakers' ownership dispute continues in Los Angeles Superior Court with a new filing against the team's acting governor.
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Hornets waive Pat Connaughton, weigh trades to create roster space
Charlotte moved on from the veteran guard on a non-guaranteed deal, leaving Tidjane Salaun's roster spot in question as the team explores deals.
Yahoo Sports · +2 outlets
NBA GMs rank Spurs and Thunder alone at top of Western Conference tiers
Season previews and rankings converge on San Antonio and Oklahoma City as the West's clear top tier ahead of opening night.
The New York Times · +10 outlets
Lakers pursuing Dalton Knecht trade framework with Bucks, talks wavering
Los Angeles has explored a deal for the guard as final roster decisions approach, though a resolution is described as unlikely.
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Warriors' Kristaps Porzingis out indefinitely with private health issue
Golden State's center will remain away from the floor but stay around the team while he addresses the undisclosed matter.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Tyrese Maxey says a healthy Joel Embiid changes everything for the 76ers
Philadelphia's guard touted the impact of Embiid's availability as the Sixers enter the season with heightened expectations.
ESPN · +13 outlets
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson enters season as defending champion and marked target
After leading New York to the title, Brunson faces added defensive attention and scrutiny in 2026-27.
RotoWire · +9 outlets
Bucks shift home opener tipoff to an afternoon slot to avoid World Series conflict
Milwaukee adjusted its Oct. 23 game against the Bulls to avoid overlapping with Game 1 of the World Series.
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Spurs debut Fox, Harper, Castle three-guard lineup in preseason win over Suns
Coach Mitch Johnson used the new backcourt combination in a 123-103 exhibition victory, drawing commentary about Harper's bench role.
ESPN · +13 outlets
Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton return reshapes NBA Central Division race
Haliburton's comeback from injury is among the biggest developments in the division, with Indiana's season outlook uncertain.
News-Herald · +4 outlets
Kings' Domantas Sabonis addresses trade rumors with blunt admission
The Sacramento center responded to continuing speculation about his future with the franchise.
BasketNews.com · +1 outlets
SGA, Jokic, Wembanyama, Doncic and Cunningham headline first-team All-NBA
The five-player first team reflects the league's current MVP-tier core entering the season.
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Thunder add three players and cut three after preseason finale
Oklahoma City reshaped the back end of its roster after closing the exhibition schedule with a loss to Houston.
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