A recent study indicates that states legalizing online sports betting have experienced a significant rise in bankruptcies and debt collections. Legal sports betting has been adopted in 38 states, with rapid expansion continuing. However, the study highlights negative financial consequences for populations in areas where online betting has become legal. Critics are raising concerns about the lack of social consensus on the issue, pointing to the ease of access to sports gambling through mobile devices and its potential risks. High-profile betting scandals involving athletes have further complicated the perception of sports gambling, which is often marketed as a harmless entertainment option. The intersection of increased gambling availability, particularly through parlay bets, raises alarms about potential adverse effects on fans and players alike.