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NBA Stars Face Pay Freeze Amid Gambling Scandal
USAWed Oct 29 2025
Terry Rozier
- Status: On leave, not getting paid
- Reason: Serious gambling charges
- Salary: $26.6 million held by the Heat
- Legal Issue: IRS lien over $8 million, lawyer claims only $9,000 owed
Chauncey Billups
- Status: On leave, not getting paid
- Contract: Runs until at least 2027
Charges Against Rozier
- Accused of helping others win bets based on his performance
- Similar to Jontay Porter's case, who was banned last year
- NBA reviewing handling of injury reports and sensitive information
NBA Under Scrutiny
- Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell questioning league's handling of allegations
- Rozier allowed to keep playing despite allegations
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questions
What measures can the NBA implement to ensure the transparency and fairness of its investigations into player conduct?
Will the NBA consider issuing IOUs to players on leave instead of holding their salaries?
How does the NBA's decision to withhold Terry Rozier's salary impact his financial stability and future earnings?
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