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Hawks Talon GC Lose To Celtics Crossover Gaming In Second-To-Last Game of Regular Season

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Hawks Talon’s BP (Michael Diaz-Cruz) and LEE (Lee Lamb) Record Double-Double Performances in Each Round Of Series

Hawks Talon Gaming Club, the official NBA 2K League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, lost to Celtics Crossover Gaming, the official affiliate of the Boston Celtics, in two games as part of a best-of-three series in front of an international viewing audience. The results of the games were 68-65, 61-63 and 67-77. As a result of this series, Hawks Talon has been eliminated from the playoff contention via regular-season record. Next week, the club will compete in THE TICKET powered by AT&T, the NBA 2K League’s third and final in-season tournament, for a chance to earn the 10th and final spot in the 2020 NBA 2K League Playoffs.

“Credit to Celtics Crossover Gaming for bringing their best tonight,” said Hawks Talon GC Team Manager and Head Coach Wesley Acuff. “This series was very close, and we just couldn’t find a way to get the win tonight. That said, we are ready to give it our best effort as we close out the regular season this Friday and start preparing for THE TICKET.”

In the first game, Hawks Talon’s BP (Michael Diaz-Cruz) scored 26 points and dished out 11 assists, while LEE (Lee Lamb) added 17 points and a team-high 12 rebounds. Atlanta’s own KEL (Mykel Wilson) finished with 17 points, MRSTYLEZ (Andrew Valle) contributed with a game-high seven steals, and ARKELE (Derrion Elmore) scored six points.

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In the second game, Hawks Talon GC’s LEE recorded another double-double performance after totaling 20 points and 16 rebounds. He added a game-high four blocks. BP finished the game scoring 14 points and dished out a series-best 15 assists. Atlanta native ARKELE scored a career-best 15 points. Rounding out the group was MRSTYLEZ who finished with seven points and three steals, and KEL who finished with five points.

In the third game, Hawks Talon rookie LEE finished with 12 points and 11 rebounds. This performance was LEE’s eighth consecutive double-double performance of the regular season and brought his franchise record for double-double performances in a single season to a new total of 18. Atlanta’s BP scored a team-best 35 points and added 11 assists, marking his fourth consecutive double-double performance of the regular season. Also contributing were MRSTYLEZ with a personal series-best 11 points and a team-high four steals, KEL with nine points and ARKELE with two rebounds.

Hawks Talon (6-9) will finish the regular season with a best-of-three series at 9 p.m. ET on Friday, Aug. 7 against Heat Check Gaming, the official affiliate of the Miami Heat. Next week, Hawks Talon will take part in THE TICKET powered by AT&T. Matches will be played in a best-of-three series, with the winner of each match advancing to the next round, with the winner earning the 10th seed in the 2020 NBA 2K League Playoffs. All of these games will continue to stream live on ESPN’s digital platforms and the league’s Twitch and YouTube channels.

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Bally’s Interactive Launches the New Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino App in Ontario

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Bally’s Interactive, the digital and sports betting division of Bally’s Corporation, has launched the all-new Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app in Ontario, Canada. This latest release marks another significant milestone for the company, following the recent app update in New Jersey and a series of successful app launches in the past year, including the introduction of Bally Bet Sportsbook across multiple states and Bally Casino in Rhode Island.

The updated Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app represents a major step forward, as it combines the functionalities of the existing Bally Casino app and Bally Bet Sportsbook app into one comprehensive platform. Powered by White Hat Gaming, this new app allows players residing in or traveling to Ontario to conveniently place wagers on both sports and casino games using a single app, account, and universal wallet.

“We are thrilled to introduce the new Bally Bet Sportsbook & Casino app, marking a significant milestone for Bally’s. This integrated platform merges the features of our previous apps, providing players in Ontario with a seamless experience for both sports and casino betting. Our commitment to enhancing the player experience remains at the forefront as we strive to personalize the enjoyment of playing Bally Bet,” said Robeson Reeves, CEO of Bally’s Corporation.

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Be #GiftSmart: Scratch the Idea of Gifting Scratch & Win Tickets to Kids

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BCLC reminds adults to gift responsibly this holiday season

With the holiday season in full swing, BCLC is reminding British Columbians to gift responsibly and scratch lottery products from their shopping lists for kids.

“Scratch & Win tickets can make great stocking stuffers for the adults in your life, but they’re not for kids,” said Ryan McCarthy, BCLC’s Director of Player Health. “The research shows that children who have early encounters with gambling are four times more likely to develop riskier gambling behaviour as they grow up. While people are out shopping for those last-minute gifts, BCLC wants adults to be aware of the potential risks associated with gifting lottery products to children and to consider safer alternatives.”

While Scratch & Win tickets are among the most common ways kids can be introduced to gambling, children are increasingly exposed to various online forms, such as gambling streams.

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“With the convergence of gaming and gambling, youth are becoming more exposed to gambling content in online spaces like streaming sites, where creators are able to live-stream their own gambling, usually while playing online slots and instant games,” said Dr. Luke Clark, Director for Gambling Research at UBC. “Our research at the UBC Centre for Gambling shows that a higher frequency of watching online gambling streams is associated with a more positive attitude towards gambling and a high intention to gamble in the future.”

In B.C., it is illegal to sell lottery products to anyone under the age of 19 and BCLC encourages adults to have conversations with the kids in their lives about the risks associated with gambling.

“Open and honest conversations are crucial when it comes to navigating childhood exposure to gambling,” said McCarthy, who shared the following tips to adults:

  • Monitor for gambling-related lifestyle changes. For example, developing a positive attitude towards gambling or a preoccupation with video games or streaming sites.
  • Be a positive role model. Exhibit safer gambling behaviour and talk about the risks.
  • Limit exposure. Monitor kids’ online activities and discourage engagement with gambling content. Explain how gambling is based on chance.
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Jackpot Digital Receives Approval from AGCO as a Registered Gaming Supplier

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Jackpot Digital Inc., a leading provider of innovative dealerless electronic poker gaming solutions, has announced that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has approved the Company to be licensed as a registered Gaming Related-Supplier (the “Supplier License”) under the Gaming Control Act in the Province of Ontario.

This significant achievement allows Jackpot Digital to enter one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing regulated gaming markets in North America. The Supplier License authorizes Jackpot Digital to supply its electronic table games to Ontario’s gaming venues, including casinos and other regulated gaming facilities.

Jackpot Digital’s flagship product, the Jackpot Blitz electronic table game system, offers a modern, dealerless, player-friendly solution that integrates traditional multiplayer poker games with cutting-edge digital technology. The Supplier License will enable the Company to offer its innovative gaming solutions to operators throughout Ontario, driving new revenue opportunities and enhancing player experiences.

“Receiving AGCO’s approval is a major milestone. This approval provides us with the opportunity to offer our top-tier electronic gaming systems to operators throughout all of Ontario, positioning us for further growth in one of the world’s most robust gaming markets. We are excited to bring our innovative products to Ontario’s gaming community and continue our commitment to providing exciting, technology-driven entertainment experiences,” said Jake Kalpakian, CEO of Jackpot Digital.

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