Sports

Betting Exchanges on Agenda for Colorado Regulatory Meeting

Novig wants in with the Colorado sports betting market, but they are more than just a sportsbook app.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Dec/20/2023

Michael Jordan Told Julian Edelman 'Don't F*** It Up' Ahead of Super Bowl, Had Huge Wager on Him

Edelman was one of the Patriots’ star receivers at the time they played in Super Bowl XLIX between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/20/2023

NFL Buffalo at L.A. Chargers Betting Preview (Saturday Night)

It’s Christmas Eve Eve at the former Hollywood Park, featuring the surging 8-6 Buffalo Bills against the sinking 5-9 Los Angeles Chargers. It’s also a rematch of the 1964 and 1965 title games in the American Football League, but that’s not important.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Dec/19/2023

NFL Playoffs Odds for 17 Teams in the Hunt as of December 19

Some of these NFL teams are already in position to make the playoffs but haven't clinched, while others are sitting on the outside and hoping to get into the picture.

Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/19/2023

Odds on Sean O'Malley vs. Marlon Vera: O'Malley Blasted for 'One Sided Open Marriage'

O'Malley says wife is not allowed to sleep with other men because it would be "unfair" if he was an "average Joe".

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Dec/19/2023

D.J. Smith Out at Ottawa: Don Granato Next Say Oddsmakers

And... another one bites the dust after the Ottawa Senators fired head coach D.J. Smith today.

Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/18/2023

Trevor Etienne Odds on Next Team

Trevor Etienne Odds on Next Team

Trevor Etienne is almost certainly going to the UGA Bulldogs, at least that's what the oddsmakers believe.  He's listed at -500 odds to land in Georgia.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Dec/18/2023

NCAAF Gasparilla Bowl Ga. Tech vs. UCF Betting Preview (Friday Night)

It’s Tampa as the site of the Gasparilla Bowl Friday evening, where the 6-6 (5-3 in ACC) Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets meet the 6-6 (3-6 Big 12) Central Florida Knights.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Dec/18/2023

Taylor Swift Saves Dave Portnoy? Ex-Trooper Who Tipped Off Gambling Biz Sentenced

Gambling biz was alleged to have taken in millions of dollars over a multi-year period as part of a 48-page complaint.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Dec/18/2023

Eagles vs. Seahawks Prop Bets - Monday Night Football

The Philadelphia Eagles have lost 2 games in a row and will look to get back on track when they visit the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/18/2023

Odds on Leon Edwards vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov

Odds on Leon Edwards vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov

Leon Edwards doesn’t think Belal Muhammad should be the next fighter to challenge for his title belt.  Indeed oddsmakers have Shavkat Rakhmonov as the more competitive bout.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Dec/17/2023

Western Kentucky vs. Old Dominion Famous Toastery Bowl Prop Bets

The line on Monday's lone bowl game between Western Kentucky and Old Dominion had shifted from Monarchs -2.5 to -5 in recent days.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/17/2023

We're Number One: G911 Tops Leaderboard in Two Sports

8-1 in the NBA over the last nine picks, 9-1-1 in the last eleven in college football.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/17/2023

Will I Always Win My Bets By Fading the Public?

Fading the public is a great winning strategy but alone it won't always guarantee victory. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Dec/16/2023

Broncos vs. Lions Prop Bets - Saturday Night NFL

The Broncos seem to be moving in the right direction following a sluggish start as they come into this game winners of six of their last seven.  Detroit is 4-2 in their last six and two games ahead in the NFC North.  The Lions are a -4.5 favorite.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Dec/16/2023

Odds on Jake Paul vs. Viddal Riley

Prior to his bout against Andre August last night, Jake Paul basically called an opening-round knockout in an exclusive video.  And that's exactly what transpired. 

Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/16/2023

Sports Handicapping Central - NFL December 17

Plenty of good meaningful games on tap for this Sunday.  But any good plays to be had?

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/16/2023

UCLA @ Boise State LA Bowl Prop Bets

The line on this bowl game has been all over the map from UCLA -1 to -6.  Over the past week the line has moved from -2.5 to -6.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Dec/15/2023

Sports Handicapping Central - NBA December 15

We've been enjoying a nice run in the NBA of late but got clobbered backing a very bad Trailblazers team last night. 

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Dec/15/2023

NFL Gambling Mess Can No Longer Be Ignored

NY Post writes in regard to theft of Jaguars funds for betting on Daily Fantasy Sports sites: "The good news for the NFL, Jags and Roger Goodell is that Patel reportedly blew most of it betting with FanDuel and DraftKings, both NFL-licensed bookmakers."

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Dec/15/2023

California vs Texas Tech Independence Bowl Prop Bets

The California Golden Bears went 6-6 both Straight Up and Against The Spread this season.  The Texas Tech Red Raiders also went 6-6 SU but 5-7 Against The Spread.  These teams do not have any recent meetings.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Dec/14/2023

No More Alternate Lines on NBA Games at ESPNBet WTF? Plus Refs Approached to Fix Games

ESPN Bet customers revolt: "Bring the alt lines back you bitches."

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Dec/14/2023

Fresno State vs. New Mexico State Prop Bets - New Mexico Bowl

In the New Mexico Bowl, New Mexico State should have a home field advantage when they face Fresno State. New Mexico State is 10-4 and Fresno State is 8-4.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Dec/14/2023

Portal Produces Record Number of Bowl Odds Changes

Portal Produces Record Number of Bowl Odds Changes

Bowl season is here (7 games Saturday!), and for many bettors it will bring Christmas cheer.

Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/14/2023

DraftKings 'Misleading' Bonus Tripled Stock Value? Tribal Sports Betting Expansion and More

Plus Spanky calls out the touts.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Dec/14/2023

ESPN Bet Makes Biggest Move in Kansas, DraftKings Over $1B Handle

Penn National's ESPN Bet came in 5th place at $150.7 million just after Caesars at $171.9 million.  Power houses DraftKings, FanDuel and BetMGM led the way.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Dec/14/2023

Draymond Green Suspension Odds: Bet on How Many Games He Will Be Out

Draymond Green has surpassed even the Ron Artest level of despicability.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/14/2023

Odds on Dequan Finn Next Team

Odds on Dequan Finn Next Team

The Michigan Wolverines were a slight favorite to land Dequan Finn with a payout potential of $250 for eery $100 bet.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Dec/13/2023

Former Executive Who Allegedly Stole $22 Million From Jaguars Was ‘Legendarily Bad’ DFS Bettor

Most of the ill-gotten funds went towards gambling activities.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Dec/13/2023

BetOnline Looks at NFL's 'Toughest' Fans, Plus Merriman on Staley, Belichick Futures

Former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman agrees with public sentiment that this will be Bill Belichick's last season in Foxborough.

Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/13/2023

Breaking News

2025 Belmont Stakes Morning Payout Odds

Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty and Preakness Stakes winner Journalism remain the co-favorites with odds that pay just shy of $200 for every $100 bet.