Professional sports bettor David J. spends his nights staring at updating box scores on his computer, rather than watching the actual games that determine his income. He is confident in his edge and doesn't worry much about results. Sometimes, he plays multiple games of online poker while his sports bets are being decided. The night of Dec. 2, 2024, was different.
A situation potentially as detrimental to the 30-year-old's pride as to his bankroll was unfolding in Minnesota, where the visiting Los Angeles Lakers were down 15 to the Timberwolves in the fourth quarter.