The opening week of the NBA season was rocked by Thursday's news of two federal investigations related to illegal sports betting and rigged poker games . The arrests of Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and former player and assistant coach Damon Jones have sent shock waves through the basketball world.

Many current players and coaches have chimed in, sharing their reaction to the news, how they've been impacted by the rise of sports betting, and what could lie ahead for the league's expanding role in the space.

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On the news of Thursday's arrests:

Erik Spoelstra, Miami Heat head coach :

"Terry is somebody who is very dear to all of us. He has had a real positive impact

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