Overview
- Thirty-three percent of Americans say illegal efforts by NBA players or coaches to sway betting outcomes happen very or somewhat often, with a similar share among self-identified fans.
- Sixty-four percent believe the spread of legal sports betting has increased illegal activity by league insiders, and about two-thirds say player-prop wagers should not be allowed.
- Americans are essentially split on whether games are played fairly, while NBA fans show higher confidence, with 67 percent saying contests are fair.
- Confidence in Commissioner Adam Silver is mixed, as a majority of Americans in the poll say they lack confidence in his ability to prevent or catch illicit betting.
- The findings follow October indictments that led to more than 30 arrests, including NBA figures Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups and Damon Jones, as lawmakers signal plans to scrutinize the league.