It was where he became an NBA champion two decades before his enshrinement. It was where he earned the nickname — “Mr. Big Shot” — that he carried with immense pride. It’s where his No. 1 jersey now hangs from the rafters at Little Caesars Arena.

Two shocking federal indictments give a glimpse into an alleged illegal sports betting scheme in the National Basketball Association and rigged poker games involving organized crime families, leading to the arrests of more than 30 people.

NBA head coach Chauncey Billups of the Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were arrested on Thursday for alleged involvement in illegal gambling, US officials said.

Hall of Fame point guard Chauncey Billups has addressed the allegations made against him through a statement made by his attorney, Chris Heywood. Billups

One of Kobe's most well-documented potential splits with the Lakers was when he was linked to a move to their co-LA team, the Clippers. However, as it turned out, Bean was also very close to leaving the Lakers prior to that.