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The NBA is drawing a hard line on prediction markets, formally asking the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to tighten restrictions on players, officials, and team staff. The league's message is clear — outside financial interests have no place influencing what happens on the court, and fan trust is non-negotiable.
Meanwhile, the playoff injury report is getting brutal. Minnesota is already without Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo heading into Game six against Denver, and now Ayo Dosunmu — the man who delivered a defining performance in Game four — is out with a calf injury. The Timberwolves hold a three-two series lead, but they are running out of bodies at the worst possible time.
And in Philadelphia, the seventy-sixers are not ready to go home. Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey powered a one thirteen to ninety-seven dismantling of Boston in Game five, pulling the series back to three-two. The Celtics still hold the edge, but Philly just reminded everyone this is far from over, and Game six is now must-watch basketball.
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