Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups Arrested in Federal Gambling Probe

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups were arrested Thursday as part of a federal gambling-related investigation. Both were immediately placed on leave by their teams. According to the report, Rozier and former Cleveland Cavaliers player and assistant coach Damon Jones were also charged in a separate but related illegal gambling case, along with six other people who were charged on Thursday. The charges accused the co-defendants of “turning professional basketball into a criminal gambling operation by using inside information to place unlawful wagers.” Billups was arrested in Oregon in connection with a separate but ”related illegal gambling case linked to an illegal poker operation tied to the Mafia.”

Lamar Jackson Returns to Practice After Hamstring Injury

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson returned to the practice field on Wednesday for the first time since suffering a hamstring injury. According to those at the Ravens facility, Jackson “jogged out to the practice field midway through the session and warmed up with teammates during the portion open to the media.” Jackson’s participation in practice was limited. Jackson suffered a hamstring injury during the Baltimore Ravens' Week 4 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on September 28, 2025. The team remains cautious due to the nature of hamstring issues, and while his return to practice provides a significant morale boost for the 1-5 Ravens, his official playing status for their upcoming Week 8 game is still uncertain as the team assesses his readiness for full-speed game action.

Angel Reese May Skip Out On Media Interviews Next Season

Angel Reese may be done with speaking with the media next season. On her podcast “Unapologetically Angel,” the Chicago Sky star shared her anxiety during media sessions and added that she would rather take the fine instead of doing interviews.

“Even before the game, I’m terrified of what the media is about to ask,” Reese told guest Taylor Rooks on the latest episode.“It could be the nicest question, but it’s going to get flipped or put into a different light or a different perspective. It’s like, are you here intentionally to start a mess or are you intentionally here to ask a question?”

Russell Westbrook Allegedly Grew Tired of LeBron James’ Behavior

According to reports, Russell Westbrook was not feeling LeBron James during his tenure with the  Los Angeles Lakers. Yaron Weitzman, author of “A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers,” shared in an excerpt from his book that Westbrook and James’ relationship was strained. When Will Smith arrived for the event at the Lakers facility, James and Davis left the room. Westbrook was told by teammate Patrick Beverley that James and Davis "can do whatever the f--- they want.” But everyone else on the team had to more or less stay in line.  James and Davis returned to the room and greeted Smith. James reportedly became interested in Smith's talk, asking several questions, which caused the meeting to go over time.

“I hate that fake s—,” Westbrook later told a teammate, according to Weitzman. “I just can’t do it.” In February 2023, Westbrook was traded to the Jazz, bringing his time with the Lakers to an end. Reportedly, his relationship with James has never been the same.

New Episode of ‘106 & Sports’ Airs

Without question, “106 & Sports: is one of the hottest shows out. Hosted by NFL legend Cam Newton and acclaimed sports journalist Ashley Nicole Moss, the show is  reimagining the intersection of sports and culture. This week's episode included former NBA Player and Coach Ty Young, MLB legend Ryan Howard, and the WNBA’s favorite mascot, Ellie the Elephant, joining the hosts for games.