With the start of the NCAA men’s college basketball season coming into focus (early November), the topic of the popularity of gambling on the sport becomes more of a talking point, and an ESPN report on an investigation into illicit gambling shows the risks when sports and betting merge. Tennessee Volunteers guard Chaz Lanier #2 passes the ball while defended by Houston Cougars guard Terrance Arceneaux #23 and guard Emanuel Sharp #21 during the Elite Eight round of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament last March. Photo by Joe Robbins/NCAA Photos/NCAA Photos via Getty Images. Beasley Investigation Stories emerge on occasion that really shines a spotlight on that. Followers of the NBA now know the name Jontay Porter, the former Toronto Raptor who was suspended for life for betting on NBA games, and point shaving, including games involving his own team. Also on the NBA side, ESPN reported in June that Malik Beasley, still a free agent, was under investigation…Read MoreCategory: Collegiate Sports, Sports Betting, college sports, NCAA bettingSource: Casino.org