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The Finnish star’s bounce-back start is giving Utah hope and forcing the franchise to rethink how he fits into its long-term plans.
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NBA HEADLINES

FBI GAMBLING PROBE

Shane Hennen, accused by federal authorities of NBA prop bet fixing and playing a big role in the poker scheme, has a long criminal history.
Michael Rosenberg, Pat Forde|
The league collects millions every year from partnerships with gambling companies and is under scrutiny for its handling of the Terry Rozier investigation. 
Chris Mannix|
The former NBA player’s indictment included a reference to LeBron, which could be worrisome for how non-public information was shared.
Chris Mannix|
The federal government says the cases reveal ties to game-fixing and rigged poker games between the NBA and four New York crime families.
Clare Brennan, Michael Rosenberg, Pat Forde|
A gambling scandal rocked the NBA last week as Heat guard Terry Rozier, Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, and dozens of other individuals were arrested by f
Liam McKeone|
Billups became the second known NBA arrest on Thursday morning as part of the FBI's illegal gambling investigation.
Michael McDaniel|
Rozier was arrested early Thursday morning as part of an FBI gambling probe.
Brigid Kennedy|
Damon Jones was arrested Thursday as part of an FBI investigation into an illegal sports betting and gambling probe.
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Plus, the Mavericks badly need Kyrie Irving, Mike Brown’s offense is taking hold in New York and the Magic need a point guard.
Chris Mannix|
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NBA 100

LeBron James remains in elite territory and the arguments for the top three spots could get spicier this season.
Chris Mannix, Liam McKeone|
Also, see where veterans like Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis, Kawhi Leonard and Stephen Curry land just outside of the top 10.
Chris Mannix, Liam McKeone|
Veterans like Bradley Beal, CJ McCollum, Jrue Holiday and Klay Thompson still bring a lot of value, while younger players like Dyson Daniels and Brandon Miller have room to grow.
Chris Mannix, Liam McKeone|
Rick Carlisle has shifted into the next phase of his career putting him at the top of the list, while champions round out the best of the best.
Chris Mannix|
A generational talent in Cooper Flagg tops the list, but rare and elite talent enters the league right behind him.
Kevin Sweeney|
The third-year star is ready to build off his stellar first two seasons and carry the Spurs into their next era of sustained success.
Liam McKeone|

BETTING

Betting odds, pick and prediction for the Minnesota Timberwolves-Sacramento Kings matchup on Sunday.
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The Clippers’ veteran had a reasonable response to the boo birds.
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It was a rough night for Bradley Beal.
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Draymond Green thinks Paul George made the wrong decision to pause his podcast in order to focus on the 76ers.
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Examining how NBA defenses have altered their defense of Victor Wembanyama and how it’s led to his first slump of the young season for the Spurs.
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Indiana's three game experiment appears to be over.
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Smart owned up to the mistake after the Lakers' win.
Tim Capurso|
And can you blame him?!
Brigid Kennedy|
What a funny moment.
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LeBron James was in awe after this Luka Dončić move during the Lakers’ win over the Spurs, new video shows.
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The Rockets star chirped at Tee Morant during Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
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