Now, the Kings face the Houston Rockets, who have one of the most physical frontcourts in the NBA, including Alperen Sengun and Steven Adams. In fact, Adams is one of the most relentless and intelligent rebounders in the league today, averaging just shy of 10 rebounds in 22 minutes per game.

The Lakers will take on the Celtics on Friday in one of the most anticipated early-season games of the young season. If you're in Missouri and hoping to bet, here's how to.

Congress had questions in November for the National Basketball Association following gambling-related indictments secured by the Justice Department. And a few Democratic congressmen believe that these scandals should make their legislation a slam dunk.