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Mob Ties and Rigged Bets: Inside the N.B.A.’s Gambling Scandal

Mob Ties and Rigged Bets: Inside the N.B.A.’s Gambling Scandal

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A federal investigation into illegal gambling has rocked the
N.B.A. On Thursday, more than 30 people were indicted in the
case, which involves the Mafia, high-profile players and the
manipulation of professional basketball games to rig bets.

Jonah E. Bromwich and Jenny Vrentas, who have been covering the
story, discuss the shocking facts and the growing concern that
online betting might be compromising the integrity of the sport.

Guest:

Jonah E. Bromwich, a New York Times reporter
covering criminal justice in the New York region, with an
emphasis on federal prosecutors and judges.

Jenny Vrentas, a New York Times reporter
covering money, power and influence in sports.

Background reading:

The United States charged an N.B.A. coach and others in
gambling schemes.

Who was the unnamed “Player 3” in the N.B.A. gambling case?

Photo: USA TODAY Sports, via Reuters

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