ESPN Highlights Gambling Helplines, Age Limits and Legal Notices Inside 2026 NBA Off-Season Story
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ESPN’s online package covering the 2026 NBA off-season is accompanied by an extensive set of legal and consumer notices. The disclaimer section references the company’s Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, state-specific privacy rights, children’s online privacy policies and information on interest-based advertising.
The network lists multiple gambling support services, directing readers who may need assistance to call 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET or (800) 327-5050, or to visit gamblinghelplinema.org for help in Massachusetts. New York residents are steered to 877-8-HOPE-NY or can text HOPENY (467369), while those in Connecticut are advised to call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. Maryland directs readers to mdgamblinghelp.org, and Puerto Rico supplies the number 1-800-981-0023.
The notice states that sports wagering is available to individuals 21 and older in most U.S. states, with a minimum age of 18 in the District of Columbia, Kentucky, New Hampshire, Puerto Rico and Wyoming. Wagering is declared void in Ontario, and all offers are subject to eligibility restrictions.
ESPN indicates that betting promotions are provided under the DraftKings Sportsbook terms and references operations “on behalf of Boot Hill Casino” in Kansas. The notice adds that Illinois bettors may see a pass-through per-wager tax.
The online story also links to corporate resources such as “About Nielsen Measurement,” “Your Privacy Choices,” “Contact Us,” “Disney Ad Sales Site,” “Work for ESPN” and “Corrections.”
The network closes the disclaimer with a standard copyright line: © 2026 ESPN Enterprises, LLC. All rights reserved.
Source: ESPN
