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As March Madness looms, growth in legalized sports betting may pose a threat to college athletes

  • Written by Jason W. Osborne, Professor of Statistics, Institute for Responsible Gaming, Lottery, and Sport, Miami University
As March Madness looms, growth in legalized sports betting may pose a threat to college athletesAmericans are expected to bet $167 billion on sports in 2029.Sutad Watthanakul via Getty Images

When March Madness begins on March 14, 2023, it’s a sure bet that millions of Americans will be making wagers on the annual college basketball tournament.

The American Gaming Association estimates that in 2022, 45 million people - or more than 17%...

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