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Why Sports Gambling Will Not Be the Downfall of Professional Sports
What if God texted you the NBA scores before Halloween’s tip-offs? This story breaks down why casinos—not cheaters—are the real protectors of the game....
Bulls to encounter familiar faces in clash vs. Kings
At least six members of the Chicago Bulls have scored in double figures in each game this season, keying the club's first 3-0 start since 2021-22.,But the Bulls have proved equally relentless on defensive, another important attribute to the run.,"We keep playing at this pace, have the fresh bodies g...
NBA roundup: Tyrese Maxey, 76ers rally past Wizards in OT
Tyrese Maxey scored 23 of his 39 points in the fourth quarter and overtime as the visiting Philadelphia 76ers remained unbeaten after storming back from a 19-point third-quarter deficit to beat the Washington Wizards 139-134 on Tuesday.,Washington led 126-116 with 2:41 remaining in regulation before...
Warriors hold Clippers to their lowest point total in 4 years
Jimmy Butler III put up a game-high 21 points without shooting a free throw and the Golden State Warriors, holding James Harden scoreless in the second half, blitzed the Los Angeles Clippers 98-79 on Tuesday in San Francisco.,On a night when the Clippers were called for just five fouls, the Warriors...
Michael Jordan appalled by 'load management'
Michael Jordan offered his unflinching thoughts on NBA players taking games off for "load management" in his latest appearance on NBC's coverage of the league Tuesday night. ,Jordan, appearing for the second time on the "Insights to Excellence" segment, aired after the Bucks-Knicks broadcast, said h...
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks overpower Knicks in 2nd half
Giannis Antetokounmpo continued his hot start by scoring 23 of his game-high 37 points in the second half Tuesday night, sparking the Milwaukee Bucks' comeback from a double-digit deficit to a 121-111 win over the visiting New York Knicks.,Antetokounmpo's layup with 5:31 left snapped a 103-103 tie, ...
Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder top Kings to stay undefeated
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 107-101 home victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday.,The Thunder remained undefeated, winning their fifth consecutive game to start the season.,Oklahoma City did it, on the second night of a back-to-back, without Chet Hol...
Report: WNBA offers players extension in CBA discussions
The WNBA is proposing a 30-day extension to players to continue collective bargaining negotiations, according to ESPN.,The current CBA expires Friday.,Negotiations were also extended during previous discussions in 2019, when both sides agreed to a 60-day extension before eventually signing a deal in...
Heat trounce Hornets behind Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s 28 points
Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored a season-high 28 points off the bench to lead the Miami Heat to a 144-117 win over the visiting Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday.,Bam Adebayo added 26 points and Andrew Wiggins scored 21 for the Heat, who shot a clinical 54.2% from the field, 44.4% from 3-point range and 90.9% fr...
Tyrese Maxey fuels fierce rally as Sixers top Wizards in OT
Tyrese Maxey scored 23 of his 39 points in the fourth quarter and overtime as the visiting Philadelphia 76ers remained unbeaten after storming back from a 19-point third-quarter deficit to beat the Washington Wizards 139-134 on Tuesday.,Joel Embiid scored 25 points in 23 minutes for Philadelphia whi...
Wolves getting creative with Julius Randle as Lakers come to town
A hamstring injury to top playmaker Anthony Edwards is prompting Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch to be creative with his play-calling on offense.,For instance, Finch is moving Julius Randle around like a chess piece on the court. Although Randle is built like a power forward, Finch is havin...
Report: Heat G Terry Rozier faced $8M IRS tax lien
Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier was assessed an $8 million tax lien from the IRS in 2023, ESPN reported Tuesday, occurring the same year that he allegedly manipulated his performance to aid a sports betting plot.,The lien could help explain Rozier's motivations for allegedly taking part in the scheme,...
Grizzlies, staying afloat despite injuries, prep for Suns
The Phoenix Suns return home after losing three games in a row on their initial road trip, but they may have found a viable option at point guard to pair with franchise face Devin Booker.,Collin Gillespie, a third-year free agent out of Villanova, enters the Suns' game against the visiting Memphis G...
Lauri Markkanen, Jazz look to remain perfect at home vs. Blazers
Lauri Markkanen and the Utah Jazz will look to continue their hot streak at home Wednesday night when they host the Portland Trail Blazers in Salt Lake City.,Markkanen is coming off of a career-high 51-point performance which included six 3-pointers and a 17-for-17 marksmanship at the free-throw lin...
Pelicans might be without Zion Williamson (foot) again at Nuggets
The New Orleans Pelicans remain winless after a quick two-game homestand and, to add injury to insult, they hit the road needing better health for their best player.,New Orleans was already without Kevon Looney, but might also be without Zion Williamson for Wednesday's game at the Denver Nuggets. Wi...
Injury-plagued Pacers seek first win at Mavericks' expense
With both teams trying to pull out of season-opening slumps, the Dallas Mavericks welcome the winless Indiana Pacers to town on Wednesday.,Indiana concludes a three-game road swing hoping to find relief from an injury-plagued 0-3 start.,The Pacers already were dealing with the specter of playing wit...
Trae Young, Hawks seek more cohesion vs. winless Nets
Trae Young's supporting cast has been in and out of the lineup, and the lack of cohesion may be causing a slow start for the star guard and the Atlanta Hawks.,Young is shooting 36.4% from the field through the first four games, while the Hawks are hoping to improve defensively Wednesday night when t...
Thunder down Chet Holmgren, attempt to remain unbeaten vs. visiting Kings
Chet Holmgren has been thriving in his third NBA season, but the Thunder big man will miss Tuesday's game against the Sacramento Kings with a back injury. ,The team said Holmgren experienced tightness in his back and was scratched for what is the second of a back-to-back.,Through four games heading ...
Thunder to rest Chet Holmgren (back) vs. Kings
Thunder forward Chet Holmgren will miss his first game this season on Tuesday because of tightness in his back. ,Oklahoma City (4-0) ruled out Holmgren for the home game against the Sacramento Kings in the second game of a back-to-back. He scored 18 points with 11 rebounds and four blocks in 32 minu...
After blowout loss, Pistons try to rebound vs. struggling Magic
J.B. Bickerstaff isn't concerned about one bad outing. The Detroit Pistons coach saw his team get blown out by Cleveland on Monday.,The Pistons will host the struggling Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.,The Cavaliers, who had the Eastern Conference's best record last season, rolled to a 116-95 victo...