Federal authorities arrest NBA figures in betting investigations
Federal authorities arrested Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups on 23 October in separate gambling-related investigations, according to the report. The cases involve alleged illegal betting and an illegal poker operation; the report says more than 30 people have been indicted and seven games from 2023 and 2024 are under review.
The investigations could affect sportsbooks’ handling of betting tied to professional basketball and confidential player information.