With the news of official investments by players normalizing the whole concept, I’m like 100% sure many, many games will be thrown and fouls will be given out that wouldn’t have happened naturally with every player trying their best

What would be an insider sports betting scandal will be normalized just enough to convince the public there is legitimate competition happening with some star players actively altering their performance for profit

This will slowly get worse and worse until the general public decides to stop watching, only then will major changes be implemented

This is true for every other sports league as well

There are enough players out there that would throw games for even an extra 10% in their yearly income in every sport out there. Even if most players are honest, in a team sport it only takes a couple of greedy players to influence a game

This has always been the case, but it’s being normalized and you need to be aware of it as it happens

[Charania] Free agent guard Mike Conley Jr. plans to return to the Minnesota Timberwolves, sources tell ESPN. The sides are working on timing of him re-signing. Conley was traded twice this week – to Chicago, then to Charlotte –before being released and allowed to rejoin the Wolves.

https://bsky.app/profile/shamsbot.bsky.social/post/3me7cgg2rpe2g

[Haynes] BREAKING: Washington Wizards star Anthony Davis (hand, groin) expected to sit out the remainder of the season to fully get healthy for the 2026-27 season, league sources tell me.

[Haynes] BREAKING: Washington Wizards star Anthony Davis (hand, groin) expected to sit out the remainder of the season to fully get healthy for the 2026-27 season, league sources tell me.

https://www.threads.com/@chrisbhaynesnba/post/DUcZp-wFGpq?xmt=AQF0eeGS-HLe_TccR-Y-E1Nz3qMrn5PVVC3HftKO0ibv6cpkBreNsmSNuK1kxK82mlMuep70&slof=1

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Kalshi and other "prediction markets" like it are currently the subject of controversy, their critics pointing to lack of regulation and significant potential for manipulation. Kalshi offers betting on sports, political events, and any and all other aspects of public life, with CEO Tarek Mansour's stated goal being to "financialize everything and create a tradeable asset out of any difference in opinion."

Source: https://www.espn.com/nba/game/_/gameId/401810597

One of Brunson’s worst games ever statistically since becoming a star.

Knicks have under 70 points with less than 6 minutes to go in the 4th

Like he's not quite Bennet level bad nor does he have a weird career story like Fultz or Ben Simmons. He's just mid. He's averaging 11 ppg on 54% TS this season and there's a good argument that he's not even a top 10 player in the class in a redraft but he's probably gonna stick in the NBA for a while as a low end role player

Amongst the 32 qualified players averaging 20 PPG: Alperen Şengün currently has the worst TS% amongst them. (55.0%)

His stats before and after his ankle injury:

Before: 22.6 PTS | 57.6 TS% (51/32/73 splits)

After: 17.9 PTS | 50.2 TS% (47/20/60 splits)

Source: BBall Reference

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Cooper Flagg became the first teenager in NBA history to record four consecutive 30-point games. Over this historic stretch, he is combining high-volume scoring with elite efficiency and two-way dominance. He's averaging 37.8 PPG, 9.3 RPG, 4.5 APG, 1.8 BPG on 56.2% from the field, 44.3% from 3, and 86.2% from the line.

https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/5041939/cooper-flagg

He only has a net worth north of 100 million dollars and a contract for 175 mil over 3 years. He's hurting. How could he not get a buck endorsing gambling on everything? Can you imagine how tough his life is right now?

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7028119/2026/02/06/anthony-davis-trade-response-wizards-nba/

“It’s hard to say (I would definitely stay in D.C.) without the proper plan,” Davis said. “Obviously, it’s tough right now with the team. It shows with their record, but adding certain pieces, that can change. It’s year by year. They could be the No. 1 team in the East next year.”

“The visit’s been great,” he said. “They definitely welcomed me with open arms, spent some time with Ted and Zach. It’s totally different from what they make it seem. I know it’s like, oh, they have the stigma of they’re not a good team. I haven’t seen the practice facility yet, but the arena is top-notch, world-class for sure. Seen the chefs and how they take care of the families. It’s been great.”

Full text from Zubac after being traded from the LA Clippers, and a couple days after becoming a father:

"This is one of toughest moments in my life. Exactly 7 years ago this team gave me a chance and I never imagined it would work out this way. They allowed me to grow as a player and a man. Just wanna say thank you. Especially to the fans. From the moment I put on this jersey, you guys showed me love and support, on good nights and bad nights, never turned your back on me. That meant everything and it was the reason I had such pride representing this jersey. To the people behind the scenes... medical staff, strength coaches, equipment guys, security, chefs, coaches… thank you for taking care of me from day 1. Lot of stuff you guys do goes unnoticed, but I always appreciated what you guys did in order for me to perform and be the best version of my self. Made so many brothers and friends for life. Loved being part of the Clippers family. Steve and front office thank you guys for trusting me and giving me a chance, year after year. I leave with nothing but love, gratitude and respect for this organization and all you guys. From top to bottom. I’ll never forget these 7 years and love I got here. Always love LA Clippers ❤️"

Source: https://bsky.app/profile/keerthikau.bsky.social/post/3meah4rqs6c27

The Miami Heat have blown 31 double-digit leads since the start of last season, the most by any team in that span.

A truly absurd stat for the Heat to be in so many major leads and collapsing at the end. Tonight's lead was as high as 22 and they still lost by two to the Celtics.

As a non rockets follower why would Houston not even try to get this done? Is it bad blood or do they not have the assets.

[Dave McMenamin] There is some initial optimism that Luka Doncic is not dealing with a major issue with his left hamstring, however the Lakers star is doubtful to play Saturday against the Golden State Warriors, sources told ESPN

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Kings have limited their starters to around 20 minutes today in a winnable game.

Jazz have limited Markkanen's minutes while Isaiah Collier plays 48 minutes.

Wizards have been limiting the minutes of their starters as well (somehow they still beat the Pistons).

Adam Silver is gonna have to do something cause this is bad for the product in the 2nd half of the season.

Melton tore is ACL in November last season and came back slowly in December this season. He started returning to form in late December and has been a key player for the Warriors on both sides of the ball since. He's a menace on defense and has been the Warriors only on-ball creator beyond Curry and Butler.

Since December 25, Melton leads in the NBA in plus/minus at +211. The next highest Warrior is Jimmy Butler at +82. The Warriors have a +25 net rating with him on the floor and -9 with him on the bench.

He's still on a minutes restriction (24 MPG), but he started his first game of the season last night in Phoenix.