Congress is turning up the pressure on the National Basketball Association (NBA) as it investigates a widening gambling and game-fixing scandal that has rocked the league.
The House Committee on Energy and Commerce sent a formal request letter to Commissioner Adam Silver. The Congress is seeking a full briefing by October 31 on how the league handled betting violations and insider leaks.
The move follows a federal probe that led to the arrests of Portland coach Chauncey Billups, former NBA player and coach Damon Jones, and Miami guard Terry Rozier. Investigators allege the two shared non-public information, manipulated poker games, and profited from coordinated sports bets connected to organized crime networks.
Congress asked the NBA to address five main issues: details of the alleged betting network, enforcement of rules protecting private information, possible changes to its gambling sponsors, the strength of league oversight, and the measures being developed to prevent similar scandals.
Committee leaders said the scandal raises “serious questions” about whether the league’s oversight systems are strong enough to protect fans and players.
Silver called the allegations “deeply disturbing” and promised full cooperation. The upcoming briefing could reshape how the NBA, and all professional leagues, balance gambling profits with the integrity of the game.
