North Carolina's sports betting market experienced a significant surge in June, with a 36% increase in wagers compared to the same period last year. The boost in activity has left analysts and industry insiders wondering if the success of the Carolina Hurricanes' Stanley Cup run and the University of North Carolina's men's basketball team's impressive season were major contributing factors. The Hurricanes' championship victory in June likely drew in fans looking to place bets on the team's historic win, while the Tar Heels' strong performance may have sparked interest in basketball betting. As the sports betting landscape continues to evolve in the Tar Heel State, it will be interesting to see if these trends continue in the coming months.

NC sports betting jumps 36% in June from year ago. Did Hurricanes, Heels drive increase?  Winston-Salem Journal