Magic Johnson wasn't taking any chances at committing a possible tampering violation, declining to give his thoughts when asked about Hornets guard Kemba Walker.
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, in a rant after Dallas' 98-95 loss to the Hawks, insinuated that officials are subverting an NBA emphasis on defensive three-second violations to his team's detriment.
Panthers defensive end Wes Horton has been suspended four games and wide receiver Stephen Hill has been suspended for one game as both violated the league's drug policy.
Baylor passing game coordinator Jeff Lebby was on Tulsa's sideline during its game with Oklahoma on Saturday, a violation of NCAA rules since the Sooners and Bears will meet later this season.
North Carolina continues to be plagued by its long-running academic scandal, uncovering what might be additional violations in women's basketball and men's soccer.
Chiefs cornerback Sean Smith was suspended by the NFL for three games for a violation of the league's substance-abuse policy.
