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Record $3.1 billion expected to be wagered during March Madness amid rising harassment of athletes

A record $3.1 billion in legal bets is expected to be wagered during March Madness in 2025, according to the American Gaming Association.
The NCAA launched the 'Don't Be a Loser' campaign to address the harassment student-athletes face from gamblers, noting one in three have experienced such harassment.
NCAA President Charlie Baker condemned the abusive messages directed at student-athletes due to lost bets, asserting these actions are absolutely unacceptable and threaten their mental health.
Dr. David Streem warned that online gambling can quickly lead to addiction, noting risks for vulnerable young adults during their brain development.

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Around $3 billion will be bet on men's and women’s NCAA basketball tournaments. NBC News’ Steve Kornacki reports on what teams could go far and possible upsets ahead of the games.

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Record $3.1 billion expected to be wagered during March Madness amid rising harassment of athletes

As the American Gaming Association predicts a historic betting surge, the NCAA addresses the alarming rise in harassment faced by student-athletes.

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NCAA Launches Anti-Harassment Video As Madness Looms

NCAA Launches Anti-Harassment Video As Madness Looms Bill Spurr Thu, 03/20/2025 - 09:46 With more than three billion dollars about to legally wagered on the Division I Men's and Women's Basketball Championships — the largest betting event in the United States, the NCAA has launched a new anti-harassment video. As part of the association’s Draw the Line campaign, the spot, which is titled "Don't Be a Loser," shines a light on “the alarming prev…

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