NBA News Roundup: Austin Rivers apparently calls out Ben Simmons for lying, penalty for taking fouls announced for next season, and more

The NBA was shaken by a couple of scandals involving Robert Sarver of the Phoenix Suns and Ime Udoka of the Boston Celtics. Ben Simmons opened up about sitting out during his final season with the Philadelphia 76ers before getting traded.

Meanwhile, the league also announced a new penalty for taking fouls in the upcoming season. The NBA has been vocal about its unhappiness with taking fouls, and they are taking action starting next season. A new rule regarding score changes will also be implemented.

Here is the latest NBA news roundup for Sept. 24 brought to you by Sportskeeda.

Andre Iguodala returns to the Warriors for his 19th NBA season

Andre Iguodala at the 2022 NBA Finals - Game Six

Austin Rivers calls out Ben Simmons after his comments about his father

Doc Rivers’ son, Austin, who will play for the Minnesota Timberwolves next season, chimed in on the issue via Instagram. He seemingly called out Simmons for lying, as per Fox Sports.

Kyle Kuzma opens up about leaving the LA Lakers

Kyle Kuzma says he was in a “dark place” leaving the Lakers because of the narratives surrounding his exit: “How peope perceived me… it kind of hurt me a little bit.”

NBA announces new penalty for taking fouls next season

Danilo Gallinari, Robert Williams III underwent successful knee surgeries

#NEBHInjuryReport Robert Williams underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure to remove loose bodies and address swelling in his left knee. Williams is expected to return to basketball activities in 8-12 weeks.