Record NBA Scoring, FBI Betting Probe Names Rozier, Billups

A week into the 2025-26 NBA season, offensive fireworks have produced a record number of 40-point games and multiple standout scoring nights from Tyrese Maxey, Lauri Markkanen, Jamal Murray and Austin Reaves, while Nikola Jokić has recorded three straight triple-doubles. Victor Wembanyama has transformed his game — reducing 3-point attempts, attacking the interior and anchoring an early Spurs rise that has shifted MVP conversations. Across the league many teams already have at least one legitimate All-Star candidate as young internationals and role players surge. The on-court brilliance is being overshadowed by an FBI investigation into illegal sports betting that has been tied to figures including Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups. Early injuries and surprising breakout performances have added further unpredictability to the opening week.