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.