Who will be the next player or coach arrested? Beasley is the top favorite, LeBron ranks third, Durant sixth.

On October 26th Beijing time, the NBA’s "anti-gambling storm" continues to dominate discussions. Who will be the next NBA individual to face arrest? Betting odds have been published, placing Malik Beasley as the leading candidate, with Lakers star LeBron James and Rockets newcomer Kevin Durant also ranking highly.

The top six rankings are as follows: 1. Beasley (+500), 2. Michael Porter Jr. (+600), 3. James (+700), 4. Pitino (+800), 5. Morant (+1000), 6. Durant (+1200).

Why are these players and coaches considered the leading suspects for the next arrest?

Malik Beasley: He was investigated federally for allegedly participating in betting on NBA games and personal stats during the 2023-24 season. Although not formally charged, this incident closely linked him to illegal gambling rumors.

Michael Porter Jr.: His brother, Jontay Porter, was charged with illegal gambling activities including match-fixing and money laundering. Michael Porter Jr. himself was reported to have engaged in sports betting, such as placing bets on WNBA games using his phone during church services.

LeBron James: There is no evidence he actively took part in illegal gambling. However, his former teammate Damon Jones illegally leaked his injury information for illicit betting, dragging him into the large-scale NBA gambling scandal.

Rick Pitino: A controversial figure in basketball coaching, he was reported to have been addicted to gambling in Las Vegas and involved in multiple scandals, including NCAA corruption and sexual misconduct cases.

Ja Morant: He caused controversy by asking referees during games whether they were betting on sports apps, linking him to gambling discussions.

Kevin Durant: In his early years, he was known for leading teammates to gamble all night at casinos after losses. While not illegal gambling, it connected him to gambling activities. Additionally, he promoted sports betting apps, sparking heated debate among fans.

Of course, the American betting odds are largely promotional, but they closely monitor the situation, highlighting the influence of this "anti-gambling storm." Perhaps this is just the beginning.