Local leaders respond to NBA sports betting scandal, urge greater protections for gamblers

Local Leaders Respond to NBA Sports Betting Scandal

The recent arrests of over 30 people, including an NBA player and coach, in a federal crackdown on an alleged insider sports-betting ring have raised concerns about the protection of gamblers.

Sports betting has become increasingly popular in the US and New York State over the past few years, with in-person sports betting becoming legal in New York in 2019.

A local attorney, Paul Derohannesian II, notes that it is challenging for individual bettors to prove that sportsbooks are responsible for their losses.

I think it will raise the debate about sports betting in general

Derohannesian believes that the case may spark a broader conversation about the risks of sports betting and the need for stronger regulations to protect gamblers.

Author's summary: NBA sports betting scandal sparks debate on gambler protections.

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WNYT.com WNYT.com — 2025-10-24

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