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Arizona Generates $777M Of Handle in First Two Months Offering Sports Betting

Arizona Generates $777M Of Handle in First Two Months Offering Sports Betting

The first two months of sports betting in the Grand Canyon State set records.  A total of two retail outlets and nine mobile betting sites reported more than $777 million in wagers combined for September and October.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/03/2022

Packers-Rodgers on Top of Super Bowl-MVP Odds

After securing their third straight season of at least 13 victories, the Packers are sole Super Bowl favorites for the first time all year.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jan/03/2022

Investments in New Projects on Tap for 2022 in Atlantic City

Investments in New Projects on Tap for 2022 in Atlantic City

Atlantic City’s casinos are forging ahead with ambitious new projects in 2022, even as the coronavirus pandemic continues to make it harder to do business.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/03/2022

New Federal Law Affirms a Catawba Casino in the Charlotte Metro Area

New Federal Law Affirms a Catawba Casino in the Charlotte Metro Area

A new federal law affirms the operation of a casino in North Carolina by the South Carolina-based Catawba Indian Nation, ending a yearslong dispute between the tribes.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/03/2022

Antonio Brown vs. Jake Paul Boxing Odds Released After NFL Player Storms Away From Field Mid Game

Antonio Brown vs. Jake Paul Boxing Odds Released After NFL Player Storms Away From Field Mid Game

After what happened Sunday in New York, Antonio Brown may have played his last snap in the NFL.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jan/02/2022

Staying On Top of the Line as a Bookie

Staying on top of the line can be an uphill task especially if you use inefficient strategies in your bookmaker. The stiff competition in the betting industry prompts operators to invent new betting products to attract more bettors. In this post, we discuss the bookmaker net and how you can defeat your competitors. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Dec/31/2021

Today's Bowl Betting Action - December 31, 2021

Books need Cincinnati on the moneyline the most

Submitted by C Costigan on, Dec/31/2021

Kirk Cousins Worth 6 Points on the Betting Line: Out Against Green Bay Due to Covid

Kirk Cousins out for Vikings vs. Packers

The line has shifted from Packers -7 to -13 but by the time this game begins, Green Bay may no longer have much to play for.   That's providing Dallas loses to Arizona.  And even if they do, the Vikings haven't lost by more than 13 points in the last ten meetings between these teams.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Dec/31/2021

November Best Month Ever for Nevada Sports Betting

November Best Month Ever for Nevada Sports Betting

November 2021 was the most lucrative month ever for the Silver State.  An impressive milestone considering how long Nevada has offered the activity compared to other states, which only began offering sports gambling following a US Supreme Court decision in 2018.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Dec/31/2021

Francis Ngannou Wants to Fight Tyson Fury or Deontay Wilder

Francis Ngannou Wants to Fight Tyson Fury or Deontay Wilder

"It's always been down the line. This is something I'm not taking my eyes off of. It's gonna happen, either way. Even if, when the UFC and I finalize a deal, the boxing part has to be into it because I can't see myself retire without boxing," Francis says.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/31/2021

Cotton Bowl 2021 Predictions | Cincinatti vs Alabama CFP Picks

Cotton Bowl 2021 Predictions | Cincinatti vs Alabama CFP Picks

Undefeated Cincinnati takes on behemoth Alabama in one for the ages, this year's Cotton Bowl game.  Bama is a huge -13.5 favorite.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/31/2021

What Are the Payout Odds: Cotton Bowl Game If Cincinnati Bearcats Beats Alabama Crimson Tide

What Are the Payout Odds: Cotton Bowl Game If Cincinnati Bearcats Beats Alabama Crimson Tide

The undefeated Cincinnati Bearcats are a +13.5 underdog in their Cotton Bowl game against the Alabama Crimson Tide.  Should the Bearcats somehow beat mighty Alabama, the payout is $430 on a $100 bet.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Dec/30/2021

UFC Weight Class Champ Odds in 2022

UFC Weight Class Champ Odds in 2022

With a new year on the horizon, it's anyone's guess what will happen in the UFC in 2022.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Dec/30/2021

F***ed By Tuck? Attorney Provides Text He Claims Ties Hockey Player to Betting Syndicate (Update)

Attorney Provides Text He Claims Ties Hockey Player to Betting Syndicate

Hockey player now claiming case of "mistaken identity" as death threats to accusers and family members keep coming in.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Dec/30/2021

BetMGM Limits Player to Just $12.43 Then Touts $362,000 Bet From "Shaggy"

BetMGM Limits Player to Just $12.43 Then Touts $362,000 Bet From "Shaggy"

The bettor whose limits were cut to $12.43 loses his bet and Shaggy wins $691,094 with his $362,000 limits.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Dec/30/2021

Fictional Poker Party Massacre Plays Role in Denver Shooting Rampage

Fictional Poker Party Massacre Plays Role in Denver Shooting Rampage

The writings are part of the investigation into what led Lyndon James McLeod to carry out the shootings, which occurred in multiple locations Monday.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Dec/30/2021

What Are the Payout Odds: Peach Bowl Game Between The Pittsburgh Panthers and MSU Spartans

What Are the Payout Odds: Peach Bowl Game Between The Pittsburgh Panthers and MSU Spartans

Perhaps the biggest Bowl game of the season thus far will play out Thursday night barring any surprise Covid cancellations when Pittsburgh takes on Michigan State.  Both teams have been phenomenal for the sports bettors this season, with the Panthers failing to cover in only three games and MSU only two. Each team has two losses Straight Up as well.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Dec/29/2021

Colts Line Hasn't Moved Much Against Raiders Despite Wentz Possibly Out

Colts Line Hasn't Moved Much Against Raiders Despite Wentz Possibly Out

The oddsmakers appear to be betting on Carson Wentz starting for the Indianapolis Colts against the Oakland Raiders Sunday as they've only dropped the line a point-and-a-half from -7.5 to -6.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Dec/29/2021

Lawyer Confirms Death Threats Made to Betting Clients From Account Purported to be Linked to Hockey Player

Lawyer Confirms Death Threats Made to Betting Clients From Account Purported to be Linked to Hockey Player

Georgia-based attorney attorney Joseph P. Durham tells Gambling911: "When @TKEBETTING has sent payments to people, it has routinely come from accounts registered to Joseph Tynan or Tucker ."

Submitted by C Costigan on, Dec/29/2021

These Players Won (And Lost) Sports Bettors the Most Money in 2021

These Players Won (And Lost) Sports Bettors the Most Money in 2021

Jonathan Taylor has been outstanding for the Indianapolis Colts this season.  Not only is he propelling his team to the Playoffs, Taylor has also amassed a nice profit for sports bettors.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/29/2021

Why The Oregon Ducks Win The Alamo Bowl vs. The Oklahoma Sooners - Latest Odds

regon Ducks Win The Alamo Bowl vs. The Oklahoma Sooners - Latest Odds

There are trends available that suggests the Ducks can beat Oklahoma or, at the very least, cover the spread.  We also have detected a small overlay on the line.  Alas, the Sooners have won nearly 90% of their games as a favorite dating back to 2015.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/29/2021

Black Lotus Casino: An Honest Review

Black Lotus Casino: An Honest Review

The US online casino market is a little bit on the clunky side as, unlike other regions and countries, every state has its own rules and guidelines in terms of what is legal and not legal within its borders. 

Submitted by Payton on, Dec/29/2021

John Madden, Hall of Fame Coach and Broadcaster, Dies at 85

John Madden, the Hall of Fame coach turned broadcaster whose exuberant calls combined with simple explanations provided a weekly soundtrack to NFL games for three decades, died Tuesday morning, the league said. He was 85.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Dec/28/2021

China’s AI Attorney Claims to Prosecute Crimes ‘With 97% Accuracy’, Including Illegal Gambling

China’s AI Attorney Claims to Prosecute Crimes ‘With 97% Cccuracy’, Including Illegal Gambling

Researchers developed a tool they say can assess cases and suggest criminal sentences based on a verbal description, based on a reported 1,000 “traits” sourced from some 17,000 real-life cases from 2015 to 2020.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Dec/28/2021

What Would the Payout Be if the Miami Dolphins Won the Super Bowl 2022?

What Would the Payout Be if the Miami Dolphins Won the Super Bowl 2022?

We can dream can't we?  The Miami Dolphins won their seventh straight game Monday night after starting the season 1-7 and suddenly they find themselves in the Playoff field.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/28/2021

Seminoles Continue Airing "Watch Out Florida" Ads....During Monday Night Football

Seminoles Continue Airing "Watch Out Florida" Ads....During Monday Night Football

If you are a sports bettor residing in Florida, odds are good you were watching Monday Night Football with the Miami Dolphins winning their seventh straight game after starting the season 1-7.  And it was during that game that those infamous "Watch Out Florida" ads continued airing locally.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Dec/28/2021

OHL Goaltender Tucker Tynan Accused of Being a Bookie Stiff

The story everyone is talking about this holiday season.  Soo Greyhounds issued a statement: “The league takes such matters related to gambling and the integrity of our games very seriously and are in the process of reviewing the allegations."

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Dec/27/2021

Vegas Police Find Severed Head Inside Vehicle During Traffic Stop Near Rio Casino

Vegas Police Find Severed Head During Traffic Stop Near Rio Casino

Police discovered coolers in the truck bed, which then led to a severed head.  Identification of the victim is not yet known.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Dec/27/2021

Baylor Bears Remain No. 1 in AP Top 25 Men's Basketball Poll; Michigan State Spartans to No. 10

Baylor Bears Remain No. 1 in AP Top 25 Men's Basketball Poll; Michigan State Spartans to No. 10

Baylor remained No. 1 for the third straight week in the poll released Monday, receiving all 61 first-place votes from a national media panel. The Bears (11-0) had 60 first-place votes a week ago and were a unanimous selection this week after a blowout win over Alcorn State and Arizona's loss to Tennessee.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Dec/27/2021

Logan Paul Accuses Floyd Mayweather of Not Paying Him for Exhibition Fight

Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather

"Pay me my money you f***ing cornball of a human," Paul wrote in an Instagram story in recent days, tagging Mayweather and sharing a photoshopped picture of the boxer's recent trip to Russia.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Dec/27/2021

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