A «Perfect Storm» Fuels Wave of Illegal Betting Cases in Sports

  • Diana Gujer Independiente

Abstract

American professional sports are facing federal accusations of illegal betting involving NBA and MLB stars in match-fixing and leaking information. Fueled by hyper-competitiveness, readily available money, and easy access to online platforms with prop bet, the phenomenon highlights a systemic problem. Studies confirm that athletes are more prone to gambling, driven by the constant pursuit of adrenaline and competition.

Keywords: Sports betting, Professional sports, Illegal betting

References

Clemente, A. (2025). Escándalo histórico en la NBA. AS. https://as.com/baloncesto/nba/chauncey-billups-arrestado-f202510-n/

Nower, L. (2015). Research Report: Internet Gaming in New Jersey. Rutgers Center of Gambling Studies. https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.1.2883.4165

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Published
2026-10-18
How to Cite
Gujer, D. (2026). A «Perfect Storm» Fuels Wave of Illegal Betting Cases in Sports. Lecturas: Educación Física Y Deportes, 31(341), 273-280. Retrieved from https://efdeportes.com/efdeportes/index.php/EFDeportes/article/view/9195
Issue
Vol. 31 No. 341 (2026)
Section
Informations

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