Jalen Brunson, the New York Knicks star guard, experiences a barrage of social media threats and slurs after games, irrespective of his performance. These messages often stem from fans upset over their betting losses. Though he hasn't felt genuinely threatened, Brunson acknowledges the disrespectful nature of these communications. The landscape of sports gambling changed drastically after the 2018 Supreme Court ruling, leading to significant revenue and accessibility, but it also invites negative consequences for players. This shift reflects a broader issue in sports culture involving fan interactions tied to gambling.
Brunson shared, 'It's a lot of people who don't have profile pictures. There is part of me that has thought about airing them out, but s always comes back around.'
Since the 2018 Supreme Court decision, sports gambling has exploded, allowing fans to wager from anywhere. It's an unintended consequence of opening up this revenue floodgate.
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