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Coverage dated November 5, 2026

LeBron James sends cease and desist to AI Betting App using his likeness, source confirms

Headline from Philadelphia Inquirer

A spokesperson for James called the gambling platform a sign of the 'decline and lack of originality in sports marketing.'

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  1. Fox News

    LeBron James sends cease and desist to 'Bron AI' sports betting app over unauthorized likeness (opens Fox News)

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    LeBron James sent a cease-and-desist letter to Bron AI over unauthorized use of his likeness in a sports betting app ad featuring Dillon Brooks.

  2. Philadelphia Inquirer

    LeBron James sends cease and desist to AI Betting App using his likeness, source confirms (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    A spokesperson for James called the gambling platform a sign of the 'decline and lack of originality in sports marketing.'