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PGA Tour Picks – Odds to Win The Open Championship 2021

PGA Tour Picks – Odds to Win The Open Championship 2021

Call it the British Open or just The Open, but don’t call it another tournament. The world’s best golfers gather this week at Royal St. George’s Golf Club in England for the 149th Open Championship looking to hoist the Claret Jug.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Jul/15/2021

USA Basketball Odds - Tokyo Olympics - Still Good at 1-6 Despite Setbacks

The Men's USA Basketball team has suffered back-to-back losses during international friendlies this week, but it is still the prohibitive favorite to walk away on top of the Summer Olympics.

The Men's USA Basketball team has suffered back-to-back losses during international friendlies this week, but it is still the prohibitive favorite to walk away on top of the Summer Olympics.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/14/2021

Indiana Betting Volume Down, Revenue Climbs in June

Indiana Betting Volume Down, Revenue Climbs in June

Indiana's June 2021 sports betting handle was down 3.2% from $254.4 million to $246.3 million while revenues went up.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/14/2021

Former Seattle Seahawk Richard Sherman Arrested for Burglary Domestic Violence

Former Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers star Richard Sherman was booked into a jail in Seattle on Wednesday morning, accused of “Burglary Domestic Violence.”

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/14/2021

NFL Odds for Passing, Rushing and Receiving Leaders 2021 Season

NFL Odds for Passing, Rushing and Receiving Leaders 2021 Season

Last year, Stefon Diggs was a 50/1 longshot to lead the NFL in receiving yards. Heading into the 2021 season, Diggs' name is at the top of the list.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/14/2021

NBA Finals Betting – Phoenix Suns at Milwaukee Bucks Game 4

NBA Finals Betting – Phoenix Suns at Milwaukee Bucks Game 4

Following a dominant 120-100 win on Sunday for their first win in the 2021 NBA Finals, the Milwaukee Bucks can even the series with the Phoenix Suns with a repeat performance in Game 4 on Wednesday. The Bucks needed someone other than Giannis Antetokounmpo to step up and they got just that, though the two-time MVP had another huge game and was nearly unstoppable.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Jul/14/2021

Sports Betting Beat - These Are The Companies Pumping Money Into Florida Sports Betting Effort

Most with skin in the game have accepted that legalized sports betting won't come into fruition without a voter referendum and there are a few big players pumping money into the Sunshine State, some with conflicting interests it appears.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jul/13/2021

Nick Diaz vs. Robbie Lawler 2 Fight Odds Released

Nick Diaz vs. Robbie Lawler 2 Fight Odds Released

There were rumblings that Nick Diaz may return to the Octagon for a long sought-after rematch with Robbie Lawler.  That became a reality Tuesday evening as the fight became "a done deal"....well, sort of, as it hasn't officially been announced. 

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jul/13/2021

Updated Odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year 2021

Updated Odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year 2021

Is Shohei Ohtani a lock for American League MVP? Can Jacob DeGrom double up and take home both MVP and Cy Young trophies?

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/13/2021

What Are The Different Ways to Bet on the Open Championship

What Are The Different Ways to Bet on the Open Championship

The Open Championship returns to the golf Majors circuit after being canceled last year because of the pandemic.  Also called The British Open, this tournament is among the most wagered in the world. 

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jul/13/2021

Gov Convicted of Taking Casino License Payoffs, Dies

Gov Convicted of Taking Casino License Payoffs, Dies

Once comparing himself to his 1991 opponent, ex-Ku Klux Klan leader David Duke, Edwin Washington Edwards owned up to his own reputation as a womanizer, saying “We’re both wizards under the sheets.”

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/13/2021

Khabib Nurmagomedov Says Conor McGregor "Finished....Bag of S***"

Khabib Nurmagomedov Says McGregor "Finished....Bag of S***"

Retired UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov says he is doubtful that Conor McGregor will ever step back into the octagon again following his TKO loss to Dustin Poirier Saturday night.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/13/2021

Home Run Derby Props - 2021

Along with the odds to win tonight’s Home Run Derby, BetOnline has rolled out 23 prop markets with more than 100 options to wager on.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/12/2021

Red Sox and Giants make biggest jump in World Series Odds

Red Sox and Giants make biggest jump in World Series Odds

There are some massive movements when comparing MLB odds from the start of the 2021 season to the current odds at the All-Star break.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/12/2021

MLB Betting – 2021 Home Run Derby Odds

MLB Betting – 2021 Home Run Derby Odds

Major League Baseball’s Home Run Derby is returning with a bang and we should see plenty of fireworks when eight sluggers hit the field on Monday at Coors Field in Denver. Shuttered last year due to COVID, the league moved its All Star festivities to the Mile High City to attract more attention to the marquee event.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Jul/12/2021

Wallach Calls Out NCAA Hypocrisy When it Comes to Studen Athletes and Sports Betting Endorsements

Wallach Calls Out NCAA Hypocrisy When it Comes to Studen Athletes and Sports Betting Endorsements

Last month, the US Supreme Court ruled that the NCAA cannot limit education-related benefits — like computers and paid internships — that colleges can offer their sports stars.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Jul/12/2021

Euro 2020 Final Betting Props, Tips - Italy vs England

Euro 2020 Final Betting Props, Tips - Italy vs England

England was coming in at 6/4 odds, while both Italy and the draw pay out US$2 for every US$1 bet in Sunday's Euro 2020 Final, which features dozen of prop bets as well.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jul/11/2021

Who Will Conor McGregor's Next Opponent Be Following UFC 264 Loss? Latest Odds

Who Will Conor McGregor's Next Opponent Be Following UFC 264 Loss?  Latest Odds

You can bet on who Conor McGregor will fight next following his defeat by TKO at UFC 264 versus Dustin Poirier.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/11/2021

Which Colorado Sports Betting Apps Offer The Best Payout Odds For The Home Run Derby?

Which Colorado Sports Betting Apps Offer The Best Payout Odds For The Home Run Derby?

The MLB Home Run Derby is here and if you are a resident of Colorado 21 and up there is an opportunity to place bets on this event via one of a handful of mobile sports betting apps available from the Centennial State.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/11/2021

Betting on Billionaire Space Race: Jeff Bezos Odds

Betting on Billionaire Space Race: Jeff Bezos Odds

Sir Richard Branson became the first person to blast off in his own spaceship Sunday morning, beating fellow billionaire Jeff Bezos by nine days.  Bezos was initially supposed to be the first to do so but Branson quickly moved his mission up in an effort to steal the limelight, which he succeeded in doing.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, Jul/11/2021

Dustin Poirier -180 Favorite to Win Against Charles Oliveira: Newly Released Odds

Dustin Poirier -180 Favorite to Win Against Charles Oliveira: Newly Released Odds

Dustin Poirier now opens -180 vs Charles Oliveira +155 at BetOnline after winning UFC 264 by TKO when McGregor injured ankle.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jul/11/2021

Find Free MLB Baseball Picks Saturday July 10, 2021: Gerrit Masterful

Find Free MLB Baseball Picks Saturday July 10, 2021

We are just days away from the MLB All Star Break and there are still some great games to be had.  Below are some potentially top baseball bets for Saturday July 10, 2021. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/10/2021

House Needs Poirier -130 for UFC 264 But Won't Be a Massive Decision: Conor Calls Dustin "Buster Douglas"

House Needs Poirier -130 for UFC 64 But Won't Be a Massive Decision: Conor Calls Dustin "Buster Douglas"

"Still just 53% of the cash on McGregor (+110)," Dave Mason of BetOnline noted via Twitter early Saturday afternoon.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/10/2021

Sports Betting Beat - July 10, 2021: DC Company Not Compliant

Sports Betting Beat - July 10, 2021: DC Company Not Compliant

Plus New York sports betting bid details finally made public.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/10/2021

Bet On Conor McGregor First Body Part to Bleed UFC 264

Bet On Conor McGregor First Body Part to Bleed UFC 264

Mouth/Lips are the favorite to bleed first paying out $250 for every $100 bet or $25 for every $10 bet, but the Eye of Conor McGregor has better value perhaps.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/10/2021

Poirier vs. McGregor Prop Bets - UFC 264

Poirier vs. McGregor Prop Bets - UFC 264

We have your Saturday morning prop bets for Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor UFC 264.  Immediately following this fight, BetOnline will be posting odds on the winner of UFC 264 versus Charles Oliveira.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/10/2021

Sportsbook Solutions That Offer Betting on the Summer Olympics

Sportsbook Solutions That Offer Betting on the Summer Olympics

Your customers want to bet on this event.  And why wouldn't they?  PricePerPlayer promises to feature 339 events, many of which will include multiple wagers for each event. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jul/09/2021

Where Can I Bet the Home Run Derby From My State?

Where Can I Bet the Home Run Derby From My State?

DraftKings will offer Home Run Derby prop bets on its state-based apps, all eleven of them, while our friends at BetOnline have developed their own propositions available in all but three US states.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jul/09/2021

Founder of Omaha Sports Club Accused of Skimming $400K for Gambling Habit

Founder of Omaha Sports Club Accused of Skimming $400K for Gambling Habit

The founder of the Omaha Sports Academy took almost $400,000 from the organization for personal use, according to prosecutors.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/09/2021

Open Championship Payout Odds Comparisons - 2021

Open Championship Payout Odds Comparisons - 2021

While Jon Rahm pays $50 more to win the upcoming 2021 Open Championship at BetOnline compared to DraftKings, Brooks Koepka and Rory McIlroy each pay $200 or greater.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/09/2021

Breaking News

Sports Gambling Tax Hiked in Louisiana

Louisiana legislators have approved a plan to give most college athletic programs in Louisiana nearly $2 million in state tax revenue annually.  Care to guess where that money will be coming from?

White Sox Suddenly Getting Kind of Hot

Don't look now but the Chicago White Sox are on a roll.  Winners of four of their last five, Chicago is looking to sweep the Kansas City Royals at home on Sunday.