There’s been a lot happening in the world of legalized sports betting in the United States. 

With the NBA playoffs underway, sports gambling in Freehold, NJ and the rest of the state is becoming an increasingly popular pastime. For a quick refresher, here’s a summary of landmark events that helped bring NBA betting to where it is currently:  

With all this data now available, there will be more opportunities to bet on more aspects of the game than ever before: how many times a particular player will touch the ball, which of two players will have more drives, etc. — the possibilities are endless. 

This is good news for some people, but bad news for those whose gambling problem makes it difficult for them to play responsibly. 

Fortunately, help is available. 

You don’t have to try to fight the potential problem of betting for sports by yourself. In Freehold, NJ and the rest of New Jersey, CCGNJ can provide help and support. Call or text our 24/7 confidential helpline at 800-GAMBLER today.

Sources:
http://www.espn.com/chalk/story/_/id/24248120/gambling-need-know-nba-sports-betting-partnership
https://www.legalsportsreport.com/integrity-fee/
http://www.sportspromedia.com/news/nba-stars-group-betting-deal
http://www.sportspromedia.com/news/nba-betting-fanduel-google-all-star-vote
https://www.usbets.com/adam-silver-nba-commissioner-seeking-integrity-fee/
https://www.actionnetwork.com/mlb/mgm-nba-mlb-nhl-partnerships-prop-bets-possibilities