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March Madness kicked off Sunday with the selection of college basketball teams that are playing in the 2025 NCAA tournament. 

In addition to watching the games over the next few weeks, millions of Americans will be betting on them. 

Since the U.S. Supreme Court legalized sports betting in 2018, nearly 40 states have legalized some form of sports wagering. It’s not legal in Minnesota, but many people in the state still stake money on office pools, in online fantasy sports, driving to a border state to place a legal bet or by placing illegal bets with off-shore sportsbooks.  

MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the growing culture of sports betting and the rise of gambling distraction and addiction, especially among young men.   

If you think you or someone you know has a gambling problem, you can find help through the Minnesota Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-333-4673 (HOPE) or by texting HOPE to 53342.  You can find 

The Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling

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March Madness is underway and millions of Americans will be watching the games and placing bets on college basketball. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the appeal and potential addiction of sports betting.

Sports betting is growing, along with problem gambling

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