The arrest of NBA stars and coaches today by the feds over allegations of insider betting schemes and Mob-backed poker games are all part of a vengeful Donald Trump power play, says Stephen A. Smith.

Billups was charged in connection with an illegal poker operation tied to the mafia, while Rozier is accused of manipulating his performance during an NBA game to benefit illegal betting.

NBA stars Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones were among the many arrested in two illegal gambling cases, the FBI confirmed on Thursday.

The NBA released a statement after the arrests in the FBI case. “We are in the process of reviewing the federal indictments announced today. Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups are being placed on imme...

Thursday's NBA action tips off with the Indiana Pacers hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder. NBA season schedule, start time and where to watch.

The Sacramento Kings and the Phoenix Suns open their seasons Wednesday at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona.

The Houston Rockets and Oklahoma City Thunder will air on NBC at 7:30 p.m. ET Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025.

NBA Opening Night Audience Peaked at 7.1 Million Viewers on NBC and Peacock for Thrilling Conclusion (10:45-11 p.m. ET) of Oklahoma City Thunder’s One-Point Win over Houston Rockets in First Double OT

The 2025-26 NBA season tips off with an opening doubleheader featuring Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder hosting Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets.

“Seeing the banner up there was cool, knowing it’ll be up there forever,” Gilgeous-Alexander said after Tuesday’s game.