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Thunder's Victory Sparks Surge in Live Sports Betting

10/1/2025

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The Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 7 win coincided with a surge in live sports betting, a growing U.S. market.
In-game betting accounted for over half of wagers on FanDuel and DraftKings; 39 states have legalized sports betting.
A lawsuit against Apple, Google, and Meta claims they promote casino-style gambling apps, underscoring calls for stricter regulation, accountability, and a public-health approach.

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Story summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 7 win coincided with a surge in live sports betting, a growing U.S. market.
In-game betting accounted for over half of wagers on FanDuel and DraftKings; 39 states have legalized sports betting.
A lawsuit against Apple, Google, and Meta claims they promote casino-style gambling apps, underscoring calls for stricter regulation, accountability, and a public-health approach.