NBA Basketball 24-Hour Briefing
×Gambling Scandal Developments
Chauncey Billups faces scrutiny over connections to Mafia-affiliated poker games and illegal gambling. The scandal has raised questions about potential league consequences for the Hall-of-Fame NBA figure.
Roster Moves
The Denver Nuggets bolstered their backcourt depth by adding free agent veteran point guard Tyus Jones. Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder signed former Iowa forward Payton Sandfort to a two-way contract while waiving guard Buddy Boeheim.
Player Discipline
Trae Young was ejected for leaving the bench during Monday's loss to Houston, just before his scheduled Wizards debut against Utah on Thursday.
Playoff Picture
The Oklahoma City Thunder became the first team to clinch a postseason spot for the 2025-26 NBA playoffs, with just over six weeks remaining in the regular season.