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Can I Play on PokerStars From Utah, New Mexico?

Can I Play on PokerStars From Colorado, Utah, New Mexico?

PokerStars does not currently allow those from Colorado, Utah and New Mexico to play for real money on their website.  Alternatives include Americas Cardroom, available to play for real money in all 50 states.

Submitted by Ace King on, May/24/2021

Celtics @ Nets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East - Game 2

Celtics @ Nets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East - Game 2

The Nets beat the Celtics in Game 1 and now 1.5 more points have been tacked onto the 8 points they were offered at on Saturday.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/24/2021

Feds OK Arizona Compact and Sports Betting Deal

Feds OK Arizona Compact and Sports Betting Deal

Gambling on sporting events and online fantasy sports betting became legal in Arizona on Monday, along with a host of new gambling options at tribal casinos, after the U.S. Department of the Interior approved an updated tribal gaming compact with the state.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/24/2021

The Poker Beat - May 24, 2021

The Poker Beat - May 24, 2021

A poker legend passes away.  Plus, the great debate: How do you view Hellmuth's 15 WSOP bracelets? Grinder vs. Legend

Submitted by Ace King on, May/24/2021

Fight Betting Beat - May 24, 2021

Diego Sanchez Fabio Breakup

Joshua Fabia goes scorched earth on Diego Sanchez following their split, making a slew of accusations towards his former client that include Sanchez being asked to throw fights by the Nevada State Athletic Commission.  Plus Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. says Anthony Silva is "delusional" if he thinks he can beat him in June 19 bout. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2021

Bitcoin SV the Most Energy Efficient of the Blockchains

Bitcoin SV the Most Energy Efficient of the Blockchains

BTC’s significantly smaller block size makes it inherently less efficient than Bitcoin SV. Plus, One River Files To Offer Carbon Neutral Bitcoin ETF

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/24/2021

Phil Mickelson Favored to Make Ryder Cup Team, But Still Longshot to Win 2021 U.S. Open

Phil Mickelson Favored to Make Ryder Cup Team, But Still Longshot to Win 2021 U.S. Open

The payout on Phil Mickelson winning the 2021 US Open would be $4000 on a $100 as of May 24. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/24/2021

Trial of the Century: Durst Indicates He Will Take The Stand in His Own Defense

Resumption of Robert Durst Trial Sheds Light on Victim With Family Ties to Mob

Robert Durst' victim was Susan Berman, the only child of Davie 'the Jew' Berman, a notorious gangster who ran Las Vegas casinos for Frank Costello, Meyer Lanksy and Lucky Luciano - she was considered 'Las Vegas royalty'.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, May/24/2021

NFL Betting Beat - May 24, 2021

NFL Betting Beat - May 24, 2021

Mahomes ready to practice well ahead of initial time table set following surgery, Cam Newton teammates have ‘noticed a difference’ as they prepare for 2021 and why the 49ers could be this year's big turnaround story in the NFL.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2021

Cryptocurrencies Punch Back After Sunday Sell-Off

Cryptocurrencies Punch Back After Sunday Sell-Off

Cryptocurrencies fought back on Monday, retaking ground lost during a bout of weekend selling that was fuelled by further signs of a Chinese crackdown on the emerging sector.

Submitted by Reuters on, May/24/2021

Am I Able to Bet the Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather Fight Online?

Am I Able to Bet the Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather Fight Online?

Any fight featuring Mayweather Jr. is bound to be a draw no matter who his opponent might be, but here you have a situation where Logan Paul is a social media sensation coming off an impressive win over the former Bellator MMA and ONE Welterweight Champion Ben Askren.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2021

Mickelson Makes History at PGA Championship: BetOnline Sees $24K Payout on $80 Bet

Mickelson Makes History at PGA Championship: BetOnline Sees $24K Payout on $80 Bet

Dave Mason of BetOnline confirmed Sunday evening that their biggest bet was $80 at 300-1 for a $24,000 profit.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/23/2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 23, 2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 23, 2021

BetMGM pays out nearly $300,000 to ESPN host on NFL Draft prop it was revealed this week.  In-house live betting at BetAnySports may not be returning, one gambler reports. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/23/2021

Fight to Ban Firearms From Certain Casinos

Fight to Ban Firearms From Certain Casinos

Provisions would only apply to large resorts and casinos that choose to opt in and would require they post clear signs about where guns aren’t allowed both on their premises and on their websites.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/23/2021

The Crypto Beat - May 23

Bug could have taken entire Ethereum network down and Musk reiterates he won't be selling any of his Dogecoin as cryptocurrency prices continue to crash.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/23/2021

Bitcoin Falls 11.3%, Ether Down 16.6% Sunday

Bitcoin Falls 11.3%, Ether Down 16.6% Sunday

Bitcoin dipped 11.33% to $33,250 at 16:00 GMT on Sunday, losing $4,248.98 from its previous close.

Submitted by Reuters on, May/23/2021

The Poker Beat - May 23, 2021

The Poker Beat - May 23, 2021

Chris Moneymaker cries "Theft", Jason "TiltedHard" Lawhun Bags Third NJSCOOP Title This Year, plus the Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Summer Festival key events have been unveiled.

Submitted by Ace King on, May/23/2021

Extreme Concerns Over Online Gambling Addiction in US, Says National Survey

For its study, the NCPG gathered information from over 28,000 respondents across various states and posed questions regarding gambling frequency, attitudes towards gambling in general, and opinions on gambling addictions.

Submitted by Payton on, May/23/2021

Trail Blazers @ Nuggets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs West 1st Round - Game 2 (2021)

Trail Blazers @ Nuggets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs West 1st Round - Game 2 (2021)

The Trail Blazers take on the Nuggets in Game 2 of their NBA Playoffs series.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/23/2021

Heat @ Bucks Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East 1st Round - Game 2 (2021)

The Heat covered the spread against Milwaukee in Game 1 and will head into Game 2 of their Playoff series as a +4.5 road dog Monday.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/23/2021

$4.3B Casino Soon to Show its Hand

The Malaysia-based owner of one of the biggest casino projects ever on the Las Vegas Strip won regulatory approval last week to deal cards, roll dice and welcome gamblers when Resorts World Las Vegas opens June 24.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/23/2021

Celtics @ Nets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East 1st Round - Game 1

Celtics @ Nets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East 1st Round - Game 1

We have your Celtics vs. Nets betting props for Game 1 of this Playoffs series as Brooklyn opens at -8.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, May/22/2021

Hawks @ Knicks Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East 1st Round - Game 1

Hawks @ Knicks Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East 1st Round - Game 1

Two unlikely teams make it into the Playoffs as the Atlanta Hawks head to New York to play the 1.5 favored Knicks.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/22/2021

Heat @ Bucks Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East 1st Round - Game 1

Heat @ Bucks Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East 1st Round - Game 1

The Miami Heat will face a Milwaukee Bucks team that has won eight of their last ten games overall and are a -4.5 favorite at home in Game 1 of their NBA Playoffs series. 

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, May/22/2021

Wizards @ 76ers Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East 1st Round - Game 1

Wizards @ 76ers Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East 1st Round - Game 1

The Philadelphia 76ers are a -7.5 point favorite versus the Washington Wizards Sunday.  There are plenty of prop bets available for this game.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/22/2021

Lakers @ Suns Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs West 1st Round - Game 1

Lakers @ Suns Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs West 1st Round - Game 1

The Phoenix Suns are a -3 point favorite versus the LA Lakers Sunday with plenty of props available including Winning Margin and OVER/UNDER number of points scored by Lebron James.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/22/2021

NBA Playoffs Series Prices 2021 Betting Futures

NBA Playoffs Series Prices 2021 Betting Futures

The Nuggets are a +110 dog in their series against Portland.  Keep in mind that Denver has gone 11-3 over the last 14 meetings against the Trail Blazers.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/22/2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 22, 2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 22, 2021

Washington State Republicans worry over sports betting beyond the Tribal casinos while Nebraska sends a mostly toothless bill to the Governor's desk for signing.  No mobile and no Huskers!  And guess who's back in business.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/22/2021

Font Garbrandt UFC Fight Odds: Winner, Method of Victory, More

Font Garbrandt UFC Fight Odds: Winner, Method of Victory, More

Rob Font is a slight -120 favorite versus Cody Garbrandt for what should be a highly competitive Fight Night event.  Prop bets are available for this one as well.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/22/2021

Connecticut House Approves Sports Betting Deal With Mashantucket Pequot, Mohegan Tribes

Connecticut House Approves Sports Betting Deal With Mashantucket Pequot, Mohegan Tribes

The state House of Representatives approved a long-awaited gambling agreement Thursday that Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont reached in March with the state’s two federally recognized Native American tribes, moving the state closer to legalizing sports and online gambling.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/21/2021

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