Gambling

Orlando Magic Make Duke's Paolo Banchero No. 1 pick in 2022 NBA Draft: The Betting Public Called It

Orlando Magic Make Duke's Paolo Banchero No. 1 pick in 2022 NBA Draft

The favorite was Jabari Smith Jr., but heavy action on Banchero pushed his price from 9-1 to 2-1 in less than a week’s time.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jun/23/2022

First NFL Head Coach to be Fired or Resign Betting Odds - 2022

First NFL Head Coach to be Fired or Resign Betting Odds - 2022

If history repeats itself, we'll see at least one coach canned before year’s end, and leading the pack is Caroina Panthers Matt Rhule. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/23/2022

Browns Division, Super Bowl Odds for 2022-23 Haven't Moved Yet With Deshaun Watson Suspension Possible

Browns Division, Super Bowl Odds for 2022-23 Haven't Moved Yet

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's decision to settle 20 of 24 civil lawsuits for sexual misconduct could still result in a lengthy suspension by the NFL.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jun/22/2022

Gas Price Total Betting Now Under $5 at BetOnline With New Trending, Possible Tax Suspension

Gas Price Total Betting Now Under $5 at BetOnline With New Trending, Possible Tax Suspension

On Wednesday, U.S. President Joe Biden announced he is preparing to call on Congress to suspend the federal gasoline and diesel taxes for three months.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/22/2022

House Panel Advances Sports Betting Bills in North Carolina

All eyes on North Carolina as the House Judiciary 1 Committee there has approved two sports betting bills with a legislative deadline looming on June 30.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/22/2022

Gamblers React to Prediction Coming True: The New Kreskin?

Gamblers React to Prediction Coming True

For his next trick, Somach will begin raising the dead......maybe......but who knew he knew the future of sports betting would include betting at arenas back when he made his bold prediction in 1999.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Jun/22/2022

NBA Draft Futures Line Movement: Paolo Banchero

NBA Draft Futures Line Movement: Paolo Banchero

Paolo Banchero is the talk of the basketball world this week and bettors have taken notice.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jun/21/2022

Deshaun Watson Settles Most of His Civil Sexual Misconduct Suits....But Can the Browns Be Saved?

Deshaun Watson Settles Most of His Civil Sexual Misconduct Suits

Plus Gronk retires again but Bucs still have the second shortest odds to win the Super Bowl.  And find out what's brewing with the Bills offensive.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jun/21/2022

Today's Free Pick for June 21 Will Be on the Dodgers

Today's Free Pick for June 21 Will Be on the Dodgers

Today we have the Dodgers as a -175 favorite versus the Cincinnati Reds, a better price than what we thought we might get.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/21/2022

No More Risk Free Bet Promo at DraftKings: Becomes No Sweat Bet

No More Risk Free Bet Promo at DraftKings: Becomes No Sweat Bet

Plus BetBull Sportsbooks shuts its doors for good July 7.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/21/2022

Twitter Board Wants Musk Takeover Approved: Latest Odds

Twitter Board Wants Musk Takeover Approved: Latest Odds

The board filed a document with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that “unanimously recommends that you vote (for) the adoption of the merger agreement."

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/21/2022

If it Happens: NC Will Have to Wait for Mobile Betting Until at Least January 1, 2023

If it Happens: NC Will Have to Wait for Mobile Betting Until at Least January 1, 2023

The House Judiciary 1 Committee does have a scheduled hearing for both bills today (Tuesday June 21) at 4 pm.  While there is still some opposition in both party caucuses, a key provision to raise the collected taxes from 8% to 14% is likely to appease some who were on the fence.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/21/2022

Bradley Beal Now Favored to Go to the Celtics

Bradley Beal Now Favored to Go to the Celtics

It appears that Bradley Beal may finally be released from captivity as a member of the woeful Washington Wizards.  And where he might go next is anybody's guess as the oddsmakers have this one close.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jun/20/2022

Online Gambling Affiliates in Spain Get Around New Ad Restrictions

Online Gambling Affiliates in Spain Get Around New Ad Restrictions

Restrictions include a ban on sports gaming company sponsorship deals as well as limiting advertisements to the 1 am to 5 am hour.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/20/2022

Countdown to Sports Betting Legalization in Massachusetts: Time Running Out

Countdown to Sports Betting Legalization in Massachusetts: Time Running Out

Plus:  A new retail sportsbook to open this week in Michigan and Susquehanna Subsidiary Acquires 12.75% stake in PointsBet.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/20/2022

Brazil's Pedro Bromfman Wins Event #38: $10,000 2-7 Single Draw Championship

Brazil's Pedro Bromfman Wins Event #38: $10,000 2-7 Single Draw Championship

The event attracted some of the biggest names in poker, among them Phil Ivey, Daniel Negreanu, Anthony Zinno, Darren Elias, as well as last years winner Farzad Bonyadi.

Submitted by Ace King on, Jun/20/2022

World Pool Grows 35% at Royal Ascot

World Pool Grows 35% at Royal Ascot

There is no disputing just how popular the Royal Ascot has become in recent years.  The numbers don't lie.  The five-day Royal meeting this year took in a record £168 million bet into the World Pool.  It also resulted in the biggest World Pool ever on a British race with £6.6 million wagered on the Coronation Stakes.  

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/20/2022

Musk Moving DeSantis' 2024 Odds

Musk Moving DeSantis' 2024 Odds

SportsBetting reports their odds on DeSantis to be elected as the 47th President of the United States moved from 5-1 to 9-2 following Musk's remarks last week that he might vote for him.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/20/2022

Sports Betting Ads Are Out of Control: Could a Crackdown Be Coming?

Sports Betting Ads Are Out of Control: Could a Crackdown Be Coming?

Unlike in the UK, where an Advertising Standards Authority requires stringent protocol and is not afraid to dole out fines to offenders, the United States is yet to impose such restrictions on language contained within ad spots.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Jun/20/2022

Our Top Pick for Monday June 20: Under on the Yankees-Rays Game

Nestor Cortes with his 1.94 ERA and a 0.93 WHIP, most recently limited the Rays to just one run and is capable of pitching for six innings while Shane McClanahan has allowed New York hitters just 17 in 74 at bats.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/19/2022

Gambling911's Thomas Somach Predicted Sports Betting at Arenas and Stadiums.....20 Years Ago!!!

Decades ago, Somach was hobnobbing with the likes of Desmond Tutu and Phillies great Mike Schmidt.  He was also making bold predictions about the future of legalized sports wagering at a time when the Feds were handing out indictments like they were candy.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/19/2022

The 5th AskGamblers Awards Winners’ Names Are Revealed 

The 5th AskGamblers Awards Ceremony once again celebrated the best of the  best in the iGaming industry, and today - we reveal the names that went home  with a title. 

Submitted by Payton on, Jun/18/2022

How Is Bitcoin Revolutionizing the Online Gambling Industry?

How Is Bitcoin Revolutionizing the Online Gambling Industry?

With the growth of cryptocurrencies and the blockchain in general, bitcoin casinos and sports betting sites have also grown to be at the forefront of the virtual gambling industry.

Submitted by Payton on, Jun/17/2022

Sterling vs. Dillashaw Fight Odds for UFC 279

Sterling vs. Dillashaw Fight Odds for UFC 279

Sterling demands pay bump before signing off on this fight however.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/17/2022

SWARC May Be Bowing to Pressure: Get Mobile Sports Betting Up and Running Now

Commission schedules an additional meeting in wake of Governor's scathing letter.  Plus:  Time is ticking on North Carolina mobile sports betting with July 4 deadline looming.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/16/2022

Michigan Signs Multijurisdictional Poker Agreement: How It Works

Michigan Signs Multijurisdictional Poker Agreement: How It Works

A multijurisdictional poker deal has been signed in Michigan, allowing internet poker players to compete in poker across state boundaries. What does it mean? What does it do? And What is the purpose of such an agreement?

Submitted by Payton on, Jun/16/2022

Global Gambling Trends: More Regulation On the Horizon

Global Gambling Trends: More Regulation On the Horizon

Over the last decade, technology has been a significant driver of the trends in the global gambling industry. Gambling has thrived mainly by drawing from the possibilities of technology that it now wears an identity that is almost inseparable from technology.

Submitted by Payton on, Jun/16/2022

Maryland Governor Blasts State's Sports Betting Launch

Maryland Governor Blasts State's Sports Betting Launch

Hogan is demanding that SWARC set a firm launch date, award licenses on a first-come, first serve basis and prioritize those licenses that are already partnered with Maryland land-based casino operators.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jun/15/2022

Crypto, Blockchain News: Nguyen Bids Farewell But Still Dedicated to BSV

"I remain a big believer in BSV and the visition for a massively scaled bitcoin protocol to make the world better," Nguyen said.  "That will not change and I will continue to be one of BSV's biggest advocates."

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/15/2022

Important Numbers to Know Before Betting on Game 6 of the NBA Finals

Home teams in Game 6 have gone 4-7 Against The Spread, which could provide Golden State with a bit of an edge as far as the trends go.  The Warriors are a +4 underdog in this one.  

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/15/2022

Breaking News

New US-Iran Nuclear Deal This Year Betting Odds

A sixth round of US-Iran nuclear talks were slate for Sunday in Oman in regard to Tehran's rapidly expanding nuclear program, but that was prior to Israel's Friday morning attack on Iran.