Threats from Sports Bettors to NBA Coach
Cleveland Cavaliers head coach J.B. Bickerstaff revealed receiving threats from sports bettors last season, highlighting the dangers and pressures associated with sports gambling. He reported the threats to security but no charges were filed.
Key Points
- J.B. Bickerstaff received threats from sports bettors last season
- Bettors obtained his phone number and sent threatening messages about his family
- Bickerstaff reported the threats to security, but no charges were filed
- Tyrese Haliburton also expressed feeling like a betting 'prop'
- U.S. sports betting industry saw significant revenue increase in recent years