Under bets are also barred on players projected to average fewer than 12 minutes per game.
The hit
The NBA & several major sportsbooks have reportedly agreed to ban parlays combining multiple under bets on the same player’s stats, according to talkbasket.net. The league will also scrap ‘first of’ markets, such as betting on the opening tip winner or who records the first rebound, assist or steal. The changes follow recent gambling scandals, according to talkbasket.net.
Why it matters
The new restrictions target player-related bets that have raised concerns about potential manipulation, according to talkbasket.net. The NBA has been working with sportsbook operators to identify markets that could be particularly vulnerable, especially those involving individual player performances. For bettors, the 12-minute threshold means fewer under markets on bench & low-usage players.
The record
| Minutes threshold | Under bets barred on players projected to average under 12 minutes per game |
|---|---|
| Existing restrictions | Bets on 10-day & two-way contract players & turnovers already banned; personal fouls & missed free throws already restricted |
What happens next
Watch for sportsbooks to confirm rollout dates for the new restrictions & for further NBA integrity rule changes.
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