Scandals Drive NBA Viewership, But Fans’ Long-Term Interest Remains Unclear
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The article explores how ethics breaches and betting scandals affect the business of sports and fan engagement, citing the NBA cases involving Chauncey Billups and a player that coincided with a spike in opening‑week viewership. It suggests curiosity draws audiences even as it questions whether fans will stay engaged long-term, while regulators monitor prop bets and unders and a correction note clarifies a prior paraphrase.
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