Gambling Scandal
NBA proposes anti-tanking draft rules after injury reporting overhaul
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Building on last week's injury reporting updates amid gambling scandals, the NBA discussed new measures at its Board of Governors meeting to deter tanking by teams seeking better draft picks. Proposals include curbing protections on traded picks and locking lottery standings after March 1, balancing competitive integrity with legitimate rebuilding.
Federal prosecutors in Philadelphia have indicted 26 individuals, including 20 college basketball players, for their alleged roles in a widespread point-shaving conspiracy affecting at least 29 Division I games across 17 schools. The scheme, which began in 2022 and targeted mostly low- and mid-major programs, involved bribing players to manipulate game outcomes for gambling profits totaling millions of dollars. Five charged players were active on rosters this season until suspensions followed the announcement.
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Federal prosecutors in Philadelphia have indicted more than 20 individuals for allegedly fixing college basketball games from 2023 to 2025. The scheme involved at least 17 teams and over 39 players, marking the largest such case since sports betting was legalized nationwide in 2018. Among those charged are former Kentucky recruit Antonio Blakeney and possibly a familiar Arkansas fan from past broadcasts.