MIAMI, FL — Now that a majority of players have been arrested on charges of illegal sports gambling, the Miami Heat announced that the golden retriever affectionately known as "Air Bud" had finally been called up to play in the NBA.

"There's nothing in the rules that says a dog can't be on a roster," said NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. "But I expect him to play by the rules, or he's going to find himself in the doghouse. Literally and figuratively."

Air Bud had reportedly signed with the Heat over the weekend, taking the place of guard Terry Rozier. "Air Bud assured me with the wag of his tail that he can make a great guard. He's sure to take us all the way this year," said Heat General Manager Andy Elisburg at a team press conference. "Aren't you a good boy, Air Bud? Yes, you are!"

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