The Herd with Colin Cowherd The Favorites - Sports Betting Scandals
Jul 9, 2025
The hosts tackle thrilling recent scandals in NBA and MLB, shedding light on the murky waters of sports integrity. Personal anecdotes blend with insights on the impact of gambling laws and rising tensions in the betting landscape. They delve into the dark side of sports betting, revealing alarming fan behavior and the dangers of social media speculation. Discussions on new tax regulations for professional bettors reveal a growing backlash, prompting broader conversations about the future of sports gambling legislation.
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NBA and MLB Betting Scandals
- Malik Beasley (NBA) and Luis Ortiz (MLB) are under investigation for betting scandals involving prop bets and specific pitches respectively.
- Social media reactions have been sensational and often irresponsible without full context on the investigations.
Scandals Boost Interest But Detection Improves
- Sports betting scandals have existed since sports began and often increase interest and viewership despite their negativity.
- Modern technology and cooperation with leagues improve detection and protection of sports integrity today compared to the past.
Bettors Founded Major Sports Leagues
- The founding of major sports leagues involved professional bettors, showing betting's deep historical ties to sports.
- The concern now is less about scandals and more about fan violence toward players linked to betting frustrations.