ESPN Emphasizes Responsible Betting in 2026 NBA Mock Draft Simulator Launch
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ESPN’s 2026 NBA mock draft simulator went live with an extensive set of legal notices underscoring responsible gambling and user privacy. The network’s terms of use highlight age and location restrictions—21 and older in most states, with an 18+ threshold in Washington, D.C., Kentucky, New Hampshire, Puerto Rico, and Wyoming. The tool is void in Ontario.
To support users who may need help controlling their wagering, the page lists multiple hotlines: 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET, (800) 327-5050, 877-8-HOPENY (text HOPENY to 467369), and 888-789-7777. Additional resources include ccpg.org for Connecticut, mdgamblinghelp.org for Maryland, and 1-800-981-0023 for Puerto Rico.
The simulator operates in partnership with DraftKings, directing bettors to DraftKings.com/sportsbook to review full terms. ESPN notes that wagers may carry a pass-through tax in Illinois and identifies Boot Hill Casino in Kansas as the on-behalf licensee.
Copyright for the tool and accompanying content is held by ESPN Enterprises, LLC, © 2026. All rights are reserved.
Source: ESPN
