Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis were indicted on Monday on federal charges related to an alleged sports betting operation. They are among six defendants named in an indictment released by the U.S.
The NBA was hoping the storyline would remain quiet. Now, it's generating headlines again, further highlighting that gambling scandals remain a growing problem in sports.
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
The Toronto Raptors have wanted Damian Lillard since 2012. Ed Davis kept him from coming to Canada. In the strike-shortened 2011-12 season, the Raptors were reeling after Chris Bosh took his talents to South Beach and the Miami Heat.
The story of the NBA offseason was big moves made by teams in big markets. But the Jazz and Nuggets also made additions that will put them squarely in contention for the Western Conference title, Sean Keane writes.