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Prediction market risks lead to suspension of basketball betting in HK
The Hong Kong government has abruptly halted the planned introduction of legal basketball betting, describing the move as a responsible decision needed to assess the risks associated with new trends in illegal offshore gambling, particularly the…
Call to check tech trends when drafting policies after basketball betting U-turn
Hong Kong authorities should consider the impact of technological developments when drafting policies, observers have said, noting the government's decision to halt plans for basketball betting reflected a lack of thorough discussion. Their remarks…
The unregulated gamble: why HK was right to halt basketball betting due to prediction market betting
As crypto-based prediction platforms explode in popularity, the government's cautious stance on basketball betting reflects a growing awareness of a dangerous regulatory void. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The decision by Hong Kong authorities to…
2026 WNBA draft: Fantasy women's basketball insight and analysis on the top picks
The 2026 WNBA draft delivered one of the most intriguing classes in recent memory, headlined by top picks like Azzi Fudd and a record-setting six selections from UCLA. Roster expansion has created more opportunities across the league, and this…
Editorial | Hong Kong's U-turn on basketball betting a prudent move
Hong Kong's move to legalise basketball betting has suffered a setback. The government suspended the plan on Monday pending further study, citing the emergence of prediction markets which it says may prompt more people to turn to illegal gambling.
Lawmakers back pause on basketball betting amid risks from prediction markets
Lawmakers have expressed support for the government's decision to pause the rollout of basketball betting, citing emerging risks linked to the rapid rise of prediction markets. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The move follows reports that…
Basketball analytics corrected decades of bad intuition. Then it created new blind spots
This story is part of Peak, The Athletic 's desk covering the mental side of sports. Sign up for Peak's newsletter here. Joe Boylan worked in the NBA for a decade with the Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Memphis Grizzlies, Golden…
Hong Kong's basketball betting U-turn 'aligns with Beijing gambling clampdown'
Hong Kong's sole legal betting operator and lawmakers were caught off guard by the government's abrupt decision to suspend the rollout of legal basketball betting, which some believe was intended to align with Beijing's efforts to curb gambling…
How top women's NCAA basketball commits fit at their schools
There are two five-stars left on the board in the SC Next 100 class of 2026 as the college basketball offseason gets underway: No. 3 Oliviyah Edwards and No. 11 Trinity Jones decommitted from Tennessee and Clemson, respectively, in early April. The…
JCPenney's 'Inside Lane' Campaign Spotlights Women in Basketball
JCPenney ‘s newest marketing campaign looks like a slam dunk. Seizing upon the rapidly growing popularity of women's basketball, the retailer launched “Inside Lane,” a marketing campaign featuring five elite collegiate and…
USC men's basketball adds former Arizona guard K.J. Lewis
USC has added a skilled guard to pair alongside Rodney Rice in its backcourt next season. The Trojans on Tuesday landed a commitment from K.J. Lewis, the former Arizona Wildcat-turned-Georgetown Hoya who will complete his college career on the West…
Oregon Basketball Hosts Standout Transfer Portal Target
The Oregon Ducks continue to search for their next transfer portal addition, as the Ducks could use players at every position, and they continue to search for some of the top players in the country. One of the positions the Ducks still need to fill…
Analyzing Jaylen Carey's Fit With Mizzou Basketball
Missouri men's basketball has landed the commitment of former Tennessee forward Jaylen Carey, per Joe Tipton. Carey is the first transfer portal addition of the Tigers' 2026 offseason. The 6-foot-8, 267-pound forward brings three seasons of…
Colorado Women's Basketball Gains Big 12 Experience With Latest Transfer Portal Find
For the second straight transfer portal cycle, the Colorado Buffaloes have added a former Kansas State Wildcats guard. Aniya' Foy, who played 36 games as a freshman for K-State last season, committed to coach JR Payne's Buffs Tuesday morning. She…
Two Former Texas High School Basketball Standouts Selected in WNBA Draft
Two former Texas High School girls' basketball stars are headed to the WNBA. Both Ashlon Jackson and Rori Harmon were accomplished players in high school and then went on to be standouts at the collegiate level. The Golden State Valkyries took…
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