"NBA Teams Grapple with Gambling Scandals Amid March Madness"
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The Toronto Raptors react to the NBA's investigation into center Jontay Porter's gambling activities, acknowledging that sports betting has become a prevalent issue in professional basketball. Players and the National Basketball Players Association emphasize the need for education on navigating the intersection of sports and gambling, as legalized sports betting continues to grow. The NBA's inclusion of betting information in its live game streaming has added to the complexity of the situation, prompting players to tune out external pressures and focus on their performance.
- Raptors react to Jontay Porter gambling investigation: 'It's just part of our sports now' The Athletic
- Sources: NBA eyes Raptors' Jontay Porter for betting issues ESPN
- Ohtani addresses gambling allegations, accuses interpreter of theft The Associated Press
- Jontay Porter’s Punishment, March Madness, and the Rockets and Warriors The Ringer
- The NBA has a fresh betting scandal, too NBC Sports
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