The expansion of legal sports betting across the US has led to an increase in athletes receiving criticism from irate bettors over losing wagers. Fans make these comments both online and in person; many big names have had to deal with these angry individuals.
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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is the latest athlete to remark on the issue. He spoke on Tuesday about how sometimes when he receives hateful comments on social media, he thinks about how the person “must’ve had his whole rent” riding on the outcome of the game. Those thoughts actually make him more understanding, but he hopes that they stop gambling.
NBA star Kevin Durant has a different stance, taking aim this week at people who get angry with him after they lose their wagers:
Some of the other notable sports stars to hit back at bettors in recent months include Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler, and Sacramento Kings shooting guard Malik Monk.