Sports Betting

Sports Betting

Massachusetts Regulated Sports Betting Kicked Off Today

Caesars the Latest to be Awarded Mass Sports Betting License

Legalized sports betting officially kicked off Tuesday January 31, 2023 in Massachusetts immediately following the weekend's NFL conference championship games and right in time for the Super Bowl.  The first bet was placed at 10 am ET.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/31/2023

NBCU and PointsBet Extend Betting Deal: Book Must Spend $58 Mil Per Year on Marketing

And deal is not even exclusive as second largest sportsbook operator BetMGM is now joining forces with NBC Universal.  BetMGM expects to become profitable soon.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/31/2023

Betting Experts Weigh in on FanDuel Voiding Policy

Betting Experts Weigh in on FanDuel Voiding Policy

One of our experts offered: “For anyone that believes they are entitled for a losing bet to be refunded is out of touch with reality. They are the same type of people who support participation trophies."

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Jan/31/2023

Series to Profile Gambler-Turned-FBI Source RJ Cipriani Who Took Down International Drug Ring

Robert J. Cipriani, who was profiled in Gambling911.com's wildly successful Bookies Behaving Badly series, was once known affectionately as “Robin Hood” and is said to have offered a $50,000 bounty on a bank robber while helping families in need with his gambling proceeds.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Jan/30/2023

Can I Bet the Super Bowl on DraftKings From California?

Can I Bet the Super Bowl on DraftKings From California?

While you won't be able to bet this year's Super Bowl from California using the DraftKings app, there are plenty of other great sportsbooks willing to take your action. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jan/30/2023

Winning Margin Super Bowl Prop Bet Payouts 2023

Winning Margin Super Bowl Prop Bet Payouts 2023

The Winning Margin of Victory prop bet offers some of the best payouts during any Super Bowl.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jan/30/2023

Super Bowl 2023 Double Result Prop Payout

Super Bowl 2023 Double Result Prop Payout

The double result prop bet takes into account the result at the conclusion of the first half of the Super Bowl combined with the final score.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Jan/30/2023

Who Will the Super Bowl MVP Thank First Prop Bet God

Who Will the Super Bowl MVP Thank First Prop Bet God

Three of our Super Bowl MVP favorites are devoutly religious.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/30/2023

888 Account Suspensions, Exec Exits, Company Shares Lose More Than a Quarter of Value

888 Account Suspensions, Exec Exits, Company Shares Lose More Than a Quarter of Value

The company's shares tumbled as much as 14.4% on the news of its anti-laundering failures.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jan/30/2023

What Are the Super Bowl 2023 MVP Payout Odds?

What Are the Super Bowl 2023 MVP Payout Odds?

The Super Bowl MVP is among the most popular prop bets bar none.  They were also among the first odds to be released in 2023.  The payouts can be significant.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/30/2023

What is the Payout If the 2024 Super Bowl Goes Into Overtime (OT)?

What is the Payout If the 2023 Super Bowl Goes Into Overtime (OT)?

Still there remains only a single Super Bowl out of 56 that have ever gone into overtime and that was recently with the New England Patriots defeating the Atlanta Falcons in overtime, 34-28, in Super Bowl LI (2017).

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/30/2023

Super Bowl 57 Eagles-Chiefs Line Opens at KC -1: Then the Line Went Crazy First 45 Minutes

Super Bowl 57 Eagles-Chiefs Line Opens at KC -1

The Kansas City Chiefs open as a -1 point favorite at BetOnline versus the Philadelphia Eagles at BetOnline.  Gambling911.com had a number closer to -1.5.  Within minutes, BetOnline moved to Eagles -2.5.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jan/29/2023

Where Can I Bet This Year's Super Bowl Online From Texas?

Where Can I Bet The 2022 Super Bowl 56 Online From Texas

Betting on this year's Super Bowl is possible from the great state of Texas using Jazz Sports, where you can claim your welcome bonus up to $1000.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/29/2023

Where Can I Bet This Year's Super Bowl Online From Oregon?

Where Can I Bet The 2022 Super Bowl 56 Online From Oregon?

Betting on this year's Super Bowl from the great state of Oregon using BetUS

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jan/29/2023

Where Can I Bet This Year's Super Bowl Online From California?

Where Can I Bet The 2022 Super Bowl 56 Online From California?

Betting on this year's Super Bowl is possible from the great state of California using BetUS, where you can claim your generous welcome bonus (max bonus $3125). 18 and up are welcome. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/29/2023

Where Can I Bet The 2023 Super Bowl 57 Online From Missouri?

Where Can I Bet The 2022 Super Bowl 56 Online From Missouri?

Betting on this year's Super Bowl is possible from the great state of Missouri using Jazz Sportsbook.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jan/29/2023

2023 NFL Conference Championship Prop Bets Galore

2023 NFL Conference Championship Prop Bets Galore

First off, Dave Mason of BetOnline breaks down the action for us.  The early action report reveals that the Niners and the Bengals are public darlings early on.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/29/2023

February is Going to be Epic for the Sportsbooks as Paul vs. Fury Becomes 'Official'

Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury Betting Odds Released

The February 26 date is now official for a much anticipated bout between Jake Paul and Tommy Fury, one that's been widely discussed for the past two years now.  Yes, it's finally happening.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/28/2023

Luka Prop Bet Controversy: “New PrizePicks Crybabies”?

Luka Prop Bet Controversy: “New PrizePicks Crybabies”?

In recent days there's been plenty of talk within the sports betting community over a gimmick offered up by those primarily in the U.S. regulated market: Offering refunds on player props, often when a player suffers an injury.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/28/2023

Comparables Tell Us 49ers Should Cover vs. Eagles Sunday

Comparables Tell Us 49ers Should Cover vs. Eagles Sunday

Not only is there an overlay detected with the Eagles the -2.5 favorite, we have San Francisco at -0.5, meaning the wrong team is favored here.  That's a 3-point overlay.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/28/2023

2023 Pegasus World Cup Morning Odds

2023 Pegasus World Cup Morning Odds

It's expected to be a battle between favorite Cyberknife (+200), Defunded (+400) and Proxy (+400).  This Saturday's Pegasus World Cup pays $3 million.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/28/2023

Sports Bettors Demand Luka Doncic Prop Bets Be Voided: Petition Filed

Sports Bettors Demand Luka Doncic Prop Bets Be Voided: Petition Filed

Mavericks star Luka Doncic exited in the first quarter of the Mavericks' 99-95 win over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday and now gamblers are demanding FanDuel follow DraftKings lead and void the Luka bets, especially after they did so for Antonio Davis.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/27/2023

Anaheim's Dallas Eakins Next NHL Coach to be Fired Say Oddsmakers

Dallas Eakins (ANA) pays 2-1 odds as he's seen as most likely to have his head on the chopping block next following Canucks coach Bruce Boudreau ouster this week.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jan/27/2023

Conor McGregor Struck by Car: 'I Could Have Been Dead'

Plus we have the latest McGregor vs. Michael Chandler odds and Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz odds.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jan/27/2023

Texas Legislature Mulls Over Sports Betting: Man Shot Dead Outside Gambling TX House

"Given the stiff headwinds to getting any expansion in gambling passed, sports betting and casino advocates may be competing against each other, rather than working in tandem".

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jan/27/2023

Winning is Just the Beginning: The Toughest Part of Being a Pro Sports Bettor

Plus Interview with Mr. St Laurent from Major League Wrestling: New TV Deal & More! | The Fight Guys

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jan/26/2023

DeAndre Hopkins Next Team, Regular Season MVP and More

DeAndre Hopkins Next Team, Regular Season MVP and More

Patrick Mahomes isn't the favorite for Super Bowl MVP, but he is a heavy favorite to be the 2022 NFL regular season MVP.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jan/26/2023

Pegasus World Cup 2023 Betting Odds

Pegasus World Cup 2023 Odds

The first major race of the year is coming up this weekend at Gulfstream Park. The seventh edition of the Grade 1 Pegasus World Cup Invitational Stakes features a $3 million purse and a full field of 12 of the most talented horses in the industry.

BetOnline is featuring all of the main races odds, props and matchups.  They also have their first horse racing contest of the season.  Scroll down for more details.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jan/26/2023

Blame Chris Christie for Sports Betting Ad Inundation

Blame Chris Christie for Sports Betting Ad Inundation

Plus a gambler has been sentenced for defrauding the goverment.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/26/2023

Favorite to Win 2023 Daytona 500 Differs Across Books

Favorite to Win 2023 Daytona 500 Differs Across Books

BetOnline has Ryan Blaney the favorite to win this year's Daytona 500, but this one is anyone's to take it seems.  Not every book has Blaney as the favorite.  Odds will fluctuate ahead of the February 17 race.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jan/26/2023

Breaking News

The NFL Draft Bust Infograph From SportsBetting.ag

The graphic below, courtesy of SportsBetting.ag is based on X data in the last week, leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft, tracking tweets, hashtags, and direct keyword phrases about what potential 1st round picks (or notable names) are getting "bust" predictions from NFL fans.

Lotto.com Sues Texas Lottery

Lotto.com’s petition lays bare the inconsistency and lack of accountability demonstrated by the TLC regarding the issue of lottery couriers operating in the State of Texas.