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The NBA is expanding its investigation into the gambling scheme still rocking professional basketball. According to new reporting from The Athletic, investigators hired by the league are now asking multiple teams,
The NBA is seeking cell phones, among other property, from multiple teams — including the Lakers — as the league continues its investigation into illegal sports gambling, The Athletic reported Saturday.
The Lakers are indirectly involved in the scandal due to Damon Jones’ proximity to the team and the franchise while serving as LeBron James’ personal shooting coach. As a result, according to a story from The Athletic on Saturday, team employees are being asked to turn in their cell phones and phone records.
The 2025 NBA Cup slate continues with nine games on Friday, including Heat vs. Knicks (-5.5) and 76ers vs. Pistons (-5.5) at 7 p.m. ET, Kings vs. Timberwolves (-11.5) at 8 p.m. ET, Clippers (-3.5) vs. Mavericks at 8:30 p.m. ET and Warriors vs. Spurs (-3.5) at 9:30 p.m. ET.
A Mafia-backed betting ring in New Jersey has led to charges against 14 people, including former Rutgers athletes and an NBA agent.