Entain Receives Historic £17mn Fine

Entain Receives Historic £17mn Fine

The company has admitted wrongdoing though it appears to be shifting blame towards previous owners....and continues to do so three years later.  Helen Thomas of the Financial Times calls them out.

Breaking News

NJ Sports Betting Handle Falls 16%

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement show that the casinos in total won just shy of $299 million from in-person gamblers, slightly more than the $277 million won pre-pandemic in July 2019.

What is Public Money vs Sharp Money in Sports Betting?

In this nearly 5 minute quick but informative vidoe, host Gary Segars walks bettors through the difference in Public Money and Sharp Money in sports gambling.

Lula da Silva Still -275 Favorite to be Next Brazil President: Says Jair Bolsonaro "Possessed by the Devil"

Plus Murkowski, Palin advance in Alaska elections and former Mike Pence now says he is willing to testify before the January 6 committee probing 2021 Capitol insurection.

Pokemon World Championship Betting Odds Now Available

Betting on the 2022 Pokémon UNITE World Championship tournament have been released by our friends at BetOnline with Nouns Esports promising a payout of $45 for every $10 bet or $450 for every $100 bet.

Val Demings Payout Odds to Win Florida Senate $800 on $100 Bet: Ahead of Rubio?

Demings, a former Orlando police chief and current congresswoman, has 4% lead over Rubio in the Senate race, according to The University of North Florida poll. It's one of two recent polls that show the former Orlando police chief and current congresswoman ahead.

Charged Sportsbook Operator Accused of Extortion: “Tell Him I’m Going to Put Him Under the F------g Bridge"

8 New York crime family members are facing charges of racketeering, illegal gambling, money laundering conspiracy, obstruction of justice, and related offenses.

Cheney Loses to Hagerman: "Now the Real Work Begins"

Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney, a leader in the Republican resistance to former President Donald Trump, was fighting to save her seat in the House on Tuesday.

Former Trump Attorney Michael Cohen Says the Mar-A-Lago Mole is Jared Kushner: Latest Odds

"It is someone in his immediate family," Cohen said.  "It has to be someone in his inner circle."

Mike Matusow Wants to do a Podcast Where He Smokes Pot and Takes Phone Calls

He's also doing a Q&A on Reddit called "Ask Me Anything".....and as one would expect, it's turning into a bit of a trainwreck.

Sports News

MLB Picks, Predictions & Best Baseball Betting Odds [Wednesday August 17]

There are a half-dozen afternoon games in MLB on Wednesday as teams get ready to travel after the contestes. 

Vanderbilt vs. Hawai'i Week 0 Game Spread

Vanderbilt is a -6.5 home favorite.  The Sagarin Rating for Vanderbilt (142) 53.31 and Hawaii (102) 63.46.
Oregon vs. UGA Week 1 Game Spread

Oregon vs. UGA Week 1 Game Spread

These teams haven't met since 1977 but the SEC has won seven of its past 10 meetings against the Pac-12, though five of those SEC wins were decided by eight points or less.  The payout would be around $600 for every $100 bet on the moneyline should the Ducks beat the Bulldogs

North Texas vs. UTEP Week 1 Game Spread

UNT is -1 against UTEP for this Week 1 game.  The Sagarin Rating for North Texas (113) was 59.71 and UTEP (126) was at 57.52.  These were the closing ratings for 2021 so adjustments will need to be made.  This gives us a line of a PICK'EM after adjusting for the home field advantage.

Charlotte vs. FAU Week 1 Game Spread

The Owls have won five of the last seven meetings versus the 49ers.  Should Charlotte manage to win outright, the payout was coming in at $235 for every $100 on the moneyline.

MLB Picks, Predictions & Best Baseball Betting Odds [Monday August 15]

The Yankees hope to get back in the winning groove with a game against AL foe the Tampa Bay Rays. Atlanta lost plenty of ground to the Mets in a series at Citi Field recently and gets a chance to carve into New York’s lead in the NL Central as the Braves are home.

Pay Per Head News

What is Public Money vs Sharp Money in Sports Betting?

What is Public Money vs Sharp Money in Sports Betting?

Charged Sportsbook Operator Accused of Extortion: “Tell Him I’m Going to Put Him Under the F------g Bridge"

Charged Sportsbook Operator Accused of Extortion: “Tell Him I’m Going to Put Him Under the F------g Bridge"

What Are the Sports Betting Laws in USA and Canada?

What Are the Sports Betting Laws in USA and Canada?

What Are the Biggest Business Blunders Online Bookie Software Will Help Prevent?

Spank Odds Almost Ready to Go: Now Everyone Will Have Access to Pinnacle Line Moves

Spank Odds Almost Ready to Go: Now Everyone Will Have Access to Pinnacle Line Moves

Poker

Mike Matusow Wants to do a Podcast Where He Smokes Pot and Takes Phone Calls

Mike Matusow Wants to do a Podcast Where He Smokes Pot and Takes Phone Calls

Poker Legend Molly Bloom to Host €10,000 'Molly's Game' at SBC Summit Barcelona

Poker Legend Molly Bloom to Host €10,000 'Molly's Game' at SBC Summit Barcelona

Winners From 2022 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open Big 4 Championships Revealed

Winners From 2022 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open Big 4 Championships Revealed

Natural8 Poker Ambassador kitty kuo Wants New Boyfriend

Natural8 Poker Ambassador kitty kuo Wants New Boyfriend: "Only Need to See 5 Times a Year" and "No Franch"

The Mouth Speaks Out About Mar-A-Lago Raid

The Mouth Speaks Out About Mar-A-Lago Raid: "Better Have Goods or Trump Will Win in Massive Landslide in 2024"