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New York Gaming Commission reviews player prop bets and parlays

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The New York State Gaming Commission is reviewing game-specific individual player proposition wagers and single-game, multi-leg player parlays, citing concerns about sports integrity after high-profile incidents involving athletes and gambling. In a 4 February letter, it said it could prohibit bets if its review warrants their elimination and urged leagues to seek restrictions.

A prohibition could change the sports wagering markets available to New York operators.

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