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Bill Simmons said on his podcast that he had his daughter’s boyfriend log into his FanDuel account and place bets for him while they were in different states, an admission that raises questions under both FanDuel’s account rules and Massachusetts sports betting regulations.
According to the New York Post, Simmons said he was in California while the bets were placed from Massachusetts. The wagers discussed included futures on UCLA and the Houston Texans.
What Simmons said and why it matters
Simmons described the arrangement directly on his show, saying, “I let Hank log into my FanDuel as me.” He also said he received the verification code on his phone and provided it so the other person could access the account and place bets.
That matters because FanDuel’s terms state that an account is “solely for your personal use.” The operator’s rules prohibit allowing another person to access an account or place wagers on someone else’s behalf. The source says FanDuel classifies that conduct as proxy betting and warns it can lead to permanent suspension and forfeiture of winnings.
Massachusetts rules appear relevant
The source also points to Massachusetts regulations requiring sportsbooks to prevent wagers made by agents or proxies for other bettors. Those rules classify a person placing a wager as a proxy for someone else as a prohibited person.
Under the regulations cited by the source, an operator must cancel the wager and confiscate the funds if that conduct is identified. An account also is to be suspended if the operator has evidence that the account holder allowed another person to access it.
California is among the states that have not legalized traditional online sports betting, while Massachusetts has a regulated online market.
What players should watch next
For FanDuel users, the main takeaway is straightforward: sharing account access or having someone else place wagers can trigger compliance issues, even if the account holder is involved in the process.
It remains unclear whether FanDuel or the Massachusetts Gaming Commission will investigate or take action. The situation also could draw attention because The Ringer, Simmons’ media company, has had an advertising and content relationship with FanDuel since 2021.
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Source: As reported by nypost.com.
