Arenas arrested on illegal poker game charges
Gilbert Arenas was arrested in connection with a federal indictment that alleges the former NBA star hosted illegal high-stakes poker games at his mansion.
Gilbert Arenas was arrested in connection with a federal indictment that alleges the former NBA star hosted illegal high-stakes poker games at his mansion.
The NBA will play at least six regular-season games in Europe over the next three seasons, starting with a pair of games between the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic this season. The Grizzlies and Magic will play in Berlin on Jan. 15 then in London on Jan.
Gilbert Arenas was arrested Wednesday in connection with a federal indictment that alleges the former NBA star hosted illegal high-stakes poker games at his mansion in Encino, California, according to a release from the United States Attorney's Office of Central California.
The Golden State Warriors made another push to retain Jonathan Kuminga over the past several days, but the restricted free agent is continuing to decline their two-year, $45 million contract offer, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.
Arenas ran an illegal gambling ring and hosted high-level poker games in his home, according to an indictment filed by federal prosecutors.
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Former Washington Wizards star and three-time NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of running an illegal high-stakes poker game out of his mansion, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced.
Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey is a well-respected executive around the league. He's won everywhere he's been, though he's still looking for that first NBA championship.
Jonathan Kuminga's decision to continue to decline the Warriors' offer is due in large part to Golden State's insistence on having a team option for the second season and unwillingness to let him maintain the built-in no-trade clause, sources told ESPN.
Jonathan Kuminga reportedly declined another offer from the Golden State Warriors as he seeks a longer extension with the franchise. On Wednesday, ESPN reported that the Dubs have attempted to secure a deal with Kuminga, who turned down the offer due to the terms.
Jonathan Kuminga reportedly declined another offer from the Golden State Warriors as he seeks a longer extension with the franchise. On Wednesday, ESPN reported that the Dubs have attempted to secure a deal with Kuminga, who turned down the offer due to the terms.
The Magic and Grizzlies play in two games overseas next season, including one in Berlin, where brothers Franz and Moritz Wagner grew up.
The NBA will play at least six regular-season games in Europe over the next three seasons, starting with a pair of games between the Grizzlies and Magic in January.
Let's see where all 30 teams stand after a flurry of free agency moves this offseason.
Wes Goldberg and Katie Heindl discuss the Men's Health feature on Luka Doncic and what it means for Luka at this point in his career.
No NBA team is more desperate for shot creation than the Brooklyn Nets. So what's the hold up?.
Mike Breen, Adam Silver and others share memories and reflect on the good, the bad and the one-of-a-kind from Florida.
The Miami Heat did not want to include draft capital to facilitate a Terry Rozier-for-Marcus Smart deal this offseason, sources told Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. Marc Stein reported earlier in the week that the Heat had explored possible deals for Rozier.
NBC Sports announced that it hired Tracy McGrady as a studio analyst for the upcoming season. McGrady will join Carmelo Anthony and Vince Carter in the studio, with Maria Taylor and Ahmed Fareed as hosts.
July is finally dribbling to a close. Not that we've done much slowing down around here.
Luka Doncic has reportedly transformed his body this offseason following his trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers where his former team questioned his commitment to taking care of himself.
Ethan Casson has been hired by the Dallas Mavericks as president. Casson was previously CEO of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Casson spent nine seasons leading the Timberwolves and Lynx business operations.
EuroLeague CEO Paulius Motiejunas spoke with The Athletic to discuss the future of the league as it enters a period of uncertainty with the NBA's interest in creating its own league in Europe.
The Los Angeles Clippers have waived Patrick Baldwin Jr. from his Two-Way contract. The Clippers had to complete the transaction to sign Jordan Miller to his Two-Way deal.
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Basketball Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady is joining NBC as a studio analyst for the upcoming NBA season. In July 2024, the network regained the rights to the NBA in an 11-year deal that will present regular season and playoff games on NBC, Peacock, USA Network, Sky Sports and Telemundo.
Chris Paul had options.
INGLEWOOD, Calif. – Chris Paul Jr. turned to his mother and asked, “Mom, has Dad ever been to one of my high school basketball games?” Jada Paul thought for a moment before answering, “I don’t think so.”.
The Dallas Mavericks have a new team president. The team reportedly hired former Minnesota Timberwolves CEO Ethan Casson in the role, according to Sports Business Journal. The move will reportedly allow current Mavericks CEO Rick Welts to focus on securing a new arena for the team.
The Athletic polled 16 people in NBA front offices, asking what they would deem a “fair” contract for Philadelphia's restricted free agent.
McGrady is a seven-time NBA All-Star and a member of the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame Class of 2017.
As the calendar creeps toward August, the bulk of the business of the 2025 NBA offseason has already been concluded.
With 40-year-old Chris Paul officially in the fold, the 2025-26 Clippers are on track to be the oldest team in NBA history with an average age of 33.2 years old, as noted by Yahoo Sports' Tom Haberstroh on the latest episode of "The Big Number" NBA podcast.
After spending Year 1 working away from the spotlight, James hopes it'll translate into playing time with Los Angeles.
Brandon Miller underwent season-ending surgery in January after he tore a ligament in his wrist. Miller was averaging 21 points, 4.9 rebounds and 3.6 assists in his second season with the Charlotte Hornets.
"Why not sit down and see how we go and make decisions together, rather than just creating a new league and for them to start over?".
The body, the publicity, the determined look in his eyes, the sweat reflecting the spotlights, it’s all part of Dončić’'s bigger plan.
Dwane Casey is a "leading candidate" for the role of president of basketball operations for the Toronto Raptors, sources told Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press.
Cameron Brink is set to return to the Los Angeles Sparks lineup on Tuesday against the Las Vegas Aces after tearing her ACL 13 months ago. Brink will likely be on a minutes restriction for the Sparks, who are on a five-game winning streak. "I always say my energy is my currency.
Sheek Pearson will reclassify into the 2025 class and join Marquette this upcoming season, he told Jeff Borzello of ESPN. The 6-foot-11 center is ranked as the No. 37 player in the ESPN 100 for the 2026 class. Pearson plans to redshirt the upcoming season.
The Miami Heat looked into trading Terry Rozier this offseason, sources told Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The team looked into a swap between Rozier and Marcus Smart, though there was no consensus that the move was a clear upgrade.
The Miami Heat looked into trading Terry Rozier this offseason, sources told Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The team looked into a swap between Rozier and Marcus Smart with the Washington Wizards, though there was no consensus that the move was a clear upgrade.
The New York Knicks are interested in hiring Los Angeles Clippers assistant Brendan O'Connor as Mike Brown's lead assistant, sources told Ian Begley of SNY. With O'Connor known more as a defensive coach, the Knicks could still add an offensive-minded assistant even with the hire.
The Phoenix Suns fired Gene Traylor, their director of safety, security and risk management, on Friday after he filed a discrimination lawsuit against the organization, ESPN has learned. Traylor joined the team in January 2023 and sued the Suns in federal court in May.
Eight years after he last played for the franchise, Chris Paul was reintroduced as a member of the Clippers on Monday, calling his return to Los Angeles a "no-brainer.".
The Brooklyn Nets have been hesitant to offer Cam Thomas a long-term contract during his slow-moving restricted free agency. Brooklyn's offers have not exceeded two-year proposals worth approximately $14.1 million annually with a team option.
The Golden State Warriors' best contract offers to Jonathan Kuminga have topped out at two years and $40 million, according to sources. Kuminga's representatives continue seeking sign-and-trade opportunities with the Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns as the most determined suitors.
While the 40-year-old Paul could choose to end his career after this season, it is not something he is committing to now.
The Phoenix Suns pursued Marcus Smart over the possibility of reuniting with Chris Paul this offseason. However, Smart eventually chose to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, while Paul ended up signing with the Los Angeles Clippers.
Chris Paul did not commit to retiring after the 2025-26 season during his official reintroduction with the LA Clippers on Monday. The 40-year-old point guard signed a one-year, $3.6 million veteran minimum contract after eight years away from the franchise.
Chris Paul did not commit to retiring after the 2025-26 season during his official reintroduction with the LA Clippers on Monday. The 40-year-old point guard signed a one-year, $3.6 million veteran minimum contract after eight years away from the franchise.
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Josh Giddey and the Bulls still remain far apart in talks on a new deal to keep the Australian in Chicago, although a recent survey of rival NBA front offices has offered a glimpse into what the market could have looked like for the 22-year-old guard.
Haliburton staged the proposal inside Hilton Coliseum on the Iowa State campus, where the couple began dating.
The Phoenix Suns have fired an employee who is suing the team for discrimination, harassment and retaliation, ESPN has learned.
The Toronto Raptors have waived center Colin Castleton. In 26 games (four starts) with Memphis, Philadelphia and Toronto last season, Castleton averaged 4.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 16.6 minutes.
Lawson Lovering has agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Memphis Grizzlies. Lovering went undrafted out of Utah this year and played for the Grizzlies in Summer League. Lovering averaged 3.4 points and 3.1 rebounds in 12.9 minutes across seven games.
Nikola Jokić confirmed his participation in Serbia's EuroBasket campaign a month before the tournament tips off in Cyprus, Finland, Poland and Latvia on Aug. 26. On Monday, the Serbian roster was released on FIBA EuroBasket's X page, with the Denver Nuggets star spearheading the team.
Josh Giddey and the Chicago Bulls remain in a stalemate in his restricted free agency. Giddey could ultimately take the $11 million qualifying offer and then become an unrestricted free agent next offseason when more teams have cap space and he is no longer hindered by match rights.
Luka Doncic said he took a "huge step" in improving his conditioning this summer, adding that his "whole body looks better.".
You can't criticize Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Dončić for much. After being the No. 3 overall draft pick in 2018, Dončić won the Rookie of the Year award.
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Kevin Pelton hands out offseason grades for each of the league's 30 teams. Who passed, and who scraped by?.
Alex Goodlett via Getty ImagesNBA veteran Marcus Morris was arrested Sunday on a fraud charge, Broward County booking records confirmed. Morris, 35, was apparently arrested at an airport due to "insufficient funds check," per the arrest information.
Luka Doncic has committed to an intensive offseason training regimen in Croatia, working with his specialized fitness team to rebuild his physique following the Los Angeles Lakers' early playoff exit.
Thomas Bryant is nearing a deal with Panathinaikos, reports Telesport. The Greek club previously pursued a deal with Jonas Valanciunas, who decided to remain in the NBA with the Denver Nuggets.
Of the remaining restricted free agents, is Giddey the most worthy of a big-salary long-term contract?.
An MRI revealed that Briana Stewart avoided a significant injury after hurting her leg on Saturday night. Stewart suffered the injury less than four minutes into a 101-99 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks.
The Denver Nuggets star emotionally celebrated after his horse won a race in Subotica, Serbia.
Luka Doncic will be in Los Angeles on August 3rd for a Jordan Brand promotional tour, which is one day after he becomes eligible to sign a contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. Doncic is widely expected to sign an extension of some type with the Lakers.
Billy Donovan and the Chicago Bulls have agreed to a multiyear contract extension. A deal had been expected for several weeks as Donovan's future came into focus amid interest from the New York Knicks.
Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan has signed a multiyear contract extension with the franchise, sources told ESPN on Sunday.
An autographed pair of Adidas EQT Top 10 shoes that Kobe Bryant wore in his first Lakers start have sold for $240,000 (including buyer's premium) with SCP Auctions.
Donovan, a member of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame 2025 induction class, will enter his sixth season at the helm.
The Chicago Bulls and head coach Billy Donovan have agreed to a multi-year contract extension, ESPN's Shams Charania reports. Donovan finished his fifth season in Chicago with a 39-43 record and a No. 9 seed in the Eastern Conference.
With roughly two months before NBA teams report to training camp and roughly three before the 2025-26 NBA season tips off, LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers is going to be a frequent topic of discussion among media and fans.
Isaiah Crawford and the Houston Rockets have agreed to a Two-Way contract. Crawford appeared in 15 games last season with the Sacramento Kings last season. Crawford also appears in 37 G League games, averaging 13.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.2 blocks in 31.5 minutes.
JD Davison and the Houston Rockets have agreed to a contract. Davison was recently waived by the Boston Celtics. The Celtics picked up their $2.27 million option on Davison in June, but it was non-guaranteed.
Jordan Miller and the Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to a Two-Way deal. Miller appeared in 37 games last season with the Clippers, averaging 4.1 points and 1.6 rebounds in 11.4 minutes.
Evan Fournier has signed a multi-year contract extension with Olympiacos, reportedly for three additional seasons. Fournier was set to be on an expiring contract this season.
Pablo Prigioni has decided to remain with the Minnesota Timberwolves next season amid interest from the New York Knicks for an assistant coach job. Prigioni cited family reasons for his decision to stay with the Wolves.
Toronto Raptors general manager Bobby Webster has emerged as the frontrunner to replace Masai Ujiri as team president, according to league insiders. Multiple sources indicated Webster is the preferred internal candidate as MLSE conducts its executive search through CAA Executive Search.
Gabe Madsen has agreed to sign an Exhibit 10 contract with the Miami Heat. Madsen went undrafted out of Utah this year. In six Summer League games with the Golden State Warriors, Madsen averaged 9.2 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 14.0 minutes.
TyTy Washington Jr. has agreed to a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. Washington appeared in 16 games with the Phoenix Suns last season, averaging 2.2 points and 1.0 assists in 7.4 minutes.
The Los Angeles Lakers' "widely preferred scenario" is to let the expiring contract of LeBron James come off their books after the 2025-26 season, reports Marc Stein. James, however, is expected to continue his career beyond the season and do with a team other than the Lakers.
No player in NBA history has hauled his career into a 23rd season. Leave it to the Los Angeles Lakers' No. 23 to be the first.
The New York Knicks are expected to add Charles Allen and Riccardo Fois to Mike Brown's coaching staff, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Allen and Fois worked with Brown while with the Kings.
Damian Lillard recently spoke with the Journal Sentinel about his two-year tenure with the Milwaukee Bucks, emphasizing that injuries prevented the team from reaching its championship potential.
The Philadelphia 76ers have waived Ricky Council IV. The Sixers converted Council from a Two-Way to a multi-year contract in April 2024. Council appeared in seven Summer League games, averaging 18.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.4 steals in 27.8 minutes.
The Orlando Magic have signed forward Jamal Cain to a Two-Way contract. The 6-foot-6 forward averaged 5.3 points and 2.3 rebounds in 37 games with the New Orleans Pelicans last season. Cain appeared in 13.6 minutes per game for the Pelicans during the 2024-25 campaign.
The NBA's offseason flurry is winding down, but key restricted free agent and superstar extension decisions are still looming.
Myron Gardner and the Miami Heat have agreed to a two-way contract. Gardner averaged 13.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 2.8 steals in 22.2 minutes across four Summer League games with the Heat.
The San Antonio Spurs will commit over $1 billion to help pay for a new downtown arena as part of Project Marvel. The franchise sent a letter to the Mayor and City Manager with details of their investment.
Kuminga's options appear limited. Going back to Golden State for a year could make sense, but there's a lot of risk for both sides.
How did each draft pick look this month, and what might be in store for them when the real games begin this fall?.
Questions about Brooklyn's draft strategy didn't fade after the Nets' summer-league showing in Vegas.
NBC Sports made several hires for its NBA coverage on Thursday, including hiring Michael Grady as the play-by-play voice. NBC Sports also hired Brad Daugherty, Derek Fisher, Robbie Hummel, Austin Rivers, and Brian Scalabrine as analysts.
The Indiana Pacers signed Taelon Peter to a Two-Way contract, sources told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The Pacers selected Peter with the No. 54 pick in the 2025 draft. Peter averaged 13.7 points last season at Liberty University while shooting 45.3% from three.
The New Orleans Pelicans have waived Lester Quinones from his Two-Way contract. Quinones appeared in 13 games last season with the Pelicans and Philadelphia 76ers, averaging 6.6 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 14.1 minutes.
The Detroit Pistons waived two-way player Ron Harper Jr. to clear a roster spot. Harper, originally undrafted out of Rutgers in 2022, signed with Detroit late last season on a two-way deal.