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LeBron James’ business manager Maverick Carter placed bets on NBA games through illegal bookie

[ad_1] NBA superstar LeBron James’ business partner Maverick Carter placed approximately 20 bets on football and basketball games over the course of a year, with each bet ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. Carter also admitted that the bets were made on the matches through an illegal bookie, according to media reports in USA. Maverick Carter has been a long-time friend-turned-associate for LeBron James. They know each other since their Akron, Ohio days. Besides being LeBron James’ business partner, Carter also co-owns SpringHill Company, an entertainment and production company, with the NBA star. Maverick Carter is said to have made the revelation to federal investigators, according to a report on The Washington Post on Thursday. The revelations were made during an interview as part of an...
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LeBron James makes history with 39,000 points in Los Angeles Lakers’ dominant win Utah Jazz | NBA News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: LeBron James reached another milestone in his illustrious career as he scored his 39,000th point during the Los Angeles Lakers' 131-99 victory over the Utah Jazz in the NBA In-Season Tournament. The Lakers completed an undefeated run through group play in the tournament, securing wins against Phoenix, Memphis, Portland, and Utah. James contributed 17 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds in the win.Anthony Davishad a stellar performance with 26 points and 16 rebounds, playing a key role in the Lakers' dominance. D'Angelo Russell added 20 points and eight assists, while Austin Reaves scored 19 points. Christian Wood had a season-high 16 points for the Lakers.LeBron James, at 38 years old, made history by becoming the first player in NBA history to surpass 39,000 point...
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Carmelo Anthony announces retirement after 19 NBA seasons – Times of India

[ad_1] Carmelo Anthony, a prominent figure in the NBA since being drafted alongside LeBron James in 2003, announced his retirement from professional basketball on Monday, just one week before his 39th birthday. Known for his scoring prowess, Anthony leaves a lasting legacy in the NBA as the league's ninth all-time leading scorer and a six-time All-NBA selection.Taking to Twitter, Anthony shared the news of his retirement, expressing, "The time has come for me to say goodbye."Throughout his career, he represented several teams, including the Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Portland Trail Blazers, and Los Angeles Lakers.Anthony's impact on the court was significant, earning him a reputation as a dynamic scorer and a player who could carry his team's...
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NBA: Los Angeles Lakers aim to find a way despite LeBron James injury | NBA News – Times of India

[ad_1] LOS ANGELES: The Los Angeles Lakers offered no firm timeline on Tuesday for LeBron James's return from a right foot injury, but coach Darvin Ham said their "mission is still the same" with their superstar sidelined.The Lakers, 12th in the Western Conference, are trying to claw their way into the post-season, with the 10th placed team in each conference gaining a spot in the play-in tournament.Ham said he'd met with players on Tuesday morning and emphasized three things: "We've got to continue to play the right way, we've got to continue to be together, and we've also got to continue on with the mission."The mission hasn't changed for us. The goal of securing a playoff spot is still very much alive," Ham said as the Lakers prepared to take on the Grizzlies in Memphis.Their chances ...