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Tech February 16, 2026

GIANNIS' GAMBLE: NBA SILENCES Critics – Is This a SCANDAL?!

GIANNIS' GAMBLE: NBA SILENCES Critics – Is This a SCANDAL?!

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver recently addressed the growing phenomenon of prediction markets, specifically in relation to star player Giannis Antetokounmpo’s investment in the platform Kalshi. The league is carefully observing this rapidly evolving landscape, but Silver indicated Antetokounmpo’s involvement isn’t currently a major concern.

NBA Commissioner Silver calls Giannis' Kalshi investment minuscule amid prediction market debate. Black-and-white promotional image of Giannis Antetokounmpo standing against a light wall, smiling with his hands in his pockets, wearing a dark long-sleeve shirt and light pants. Text on the left reads: “Everyone is online. The internet is full of opinions. I decided it was time to make some of my own. Today, I’m joining Kalshi as a shareholder. We all on Kalshi now. Giannis Antetokounmpo,” followed by his signature.

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