Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups were arrested on Thursday and charged for alleged involvement in illegal sports gambling, as well as mafia-rigged poker games that stretched across 10 states and defrauded victims out of “tens of millions of dollars,

Israeli basketball talent shone on NBA opening night as Deni Avdija led Portland and Ben Saraf debuted as Brooklyn’s youngest starter, marking a historic moment for Israeli hoops. Israeli basketball fans woke up to an emotional and action-packed NBA opening night – one that showcased both the promise of a new generation and the growing stature of Israelis in the world’s best league.

The FBI investigation into an illegal gambling ring that resulted in the arrest of Portland Trailblazers coach and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier rocked the NBA on Thursday. And in the wake of the shocking news, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith is arguing that the investigation has political implications.

Law enforcement officials gave details about two bombshell sports gambling investigations into organized crime families and NBA stars. MSNBC Investigative Correspondent Marc Santia and MSNBC Legal Correspondent Lisa Rubin have the latest updates.

NBA legend Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were arrested on Thursday as part of a federal investigation into illegal sports betting.

Thursday offers just two games, but both feature championship storylines and MVP star power. Out East, the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Indiana Pacers in a rematch of last season's NBA Finals. Indiana begins life without Tyrese Haliburton, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander looks to continue his MVP pace.

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Follow The Post for live updates as Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier have been charged in separate but related alleged illegal gambling