The N.C.A.A. Once Eschewed Las Vegas. Times, and Prospects, Have Changed.
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The N.C.A.A. Once Eschewed Las Vegas. Times, and Prospects, Have Changed.

Las Vegas will host a men’s basketball regional this week, the men’s Final Four in 2028 and numerous other college championships — all prompted by changes in how the N.C.A.A. has viewed the city.
How Sports Betting Upended the Economies of Native American Tribes
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How Sports Betting Upended the Economies of Native American Tribes

Hard-fought deals for casinos gave many tribes a critical economic lifeline. When the doors opened to widespread sports betting, others wanted in on the gambling business.