Fantasy Sports

Is PrizePicks Legal in Alabama?

While Prizepicks is available in Alabama with real prize payouts, actual betting and player props are not available.  For those you will want to open an account at BetOnline, which currently offers a generous welcome bonus up to $1000

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/21/2023

PointsBet CCO Reflects on Demise of Monkey Knife Fight Platform He Helped to Build

PointsBet CCO Reflects on Demise of Monkey Knife Fight Platform He Helped to Build

"I think I'll need some time to fully unpack my feelings but one thing will never change: my undying love (yes love) for all the MKF'ers I had the great fortune to work with and all the incredible partners we collaborated with along the way."

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/04/2023

Monkey Knife Fight Website Shut Down

Monkey Knife Fight Website Shut Down

Parent company Bally's slashes the popular DFS website as incoming CEO called the acquisition, made just two years ago, "a mistake".

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/28/2023

Derek Carr Jets Odds Expected to Soar as QB Could Land in New York

As of Sunday morning, the Carr market odds were off the board.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/19/2023

Luka Prop Bet Controversy: “New PrizePicks Crybabies”?

Luka Prop Bet Controversy: “New PrizePicks Crybabies”?

In recent days there's been plenty of talk within the sports betting community over a gimmick offered up by those primarily in the U.S. regulated market: Offering refunds on player props, often when a player suffers an injury.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Jan/28/2023

Bookie Software That Offers Contests

Bookie Software That Offers Contests

Contests are a great way to differentiate yourself from other bookies, especially with the Super Bowl and March Madness right around the corner.  Using contests to market your sportsbook generates plenty of buzz and referrals.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jan/18/2023

Can I Bet Sports Using My Mobile Phone While Visiting Las Vegas?

Can I Bet Sports Using My Mobile Phone While in Vegas?

There are a number of ways to place sports bets via your mobile phone while visiting Las Vegas.  If you are already registered with a state app, that sportsbook might be licensed in Nevada as well.  Some of the biggest, however, are not.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jan/11/2023

Is PrizePicks Legal in New York?

Is PrizePicks Legal in New York?

PrizePicks is legal in New York.  It is considered a hybrid daily fantasy game similar to that of DraftKings and FanDuel.  It is NOT considered a sportsbook similar to those licensed and regulated in the state or those accessible but are operating offshore, the later of which are available to those 18 and up and allow bets on in-state schools but are browser-based (no apps).

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jan/10/2023

Is PrizePicks Legal in the State of Ohio?

Is PrizePicks Legal in the State of Ohio?

PrizePicks is not legal in Ohio even though sports betting is now fully regulated and offshore sportsbooks have been accessible from the Buckeye state for the better part of two decades now.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jan/02/2023

Fortnite Maker Epic Games Hit With Record Fine: Violated Children's Privacy?

Fortnite Maker Epic Games Hit With Record Fine: Violated Children's Privacy?

Plus former Dallas Cowboys WR, now Jets assistance, Miles Austin suspended for violating NFL gambling policy.  And over 12,000 arrested for illegal World Cup betting.  A former soap star-turned porn entrepreneur also busted.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Dec/26/2022

FanDuel Continues to Kill It: Outshines the Competition Again

FanDuel Continues to Kill It: Outshines the Competition Again

Parlays, synergies between its Daily Fantasy Sports product and sports betting along with a partnership deal with Pat McAfee and Turner Sports has helped FanDuel drive significant revenues for the second quarter of 2022.  FanDuel reported a $22 million adjusted EBITDA for the second quarter.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/12/2022

CEO Jason Robins: "DraftKings Inc. Didn’t Come About on the First Try, or Even the Second or Third"

CEO Jason Robins: "DraftKings Inc. Didn’t Come About on the First Try"

In an incredibly candid post on LinkedIn Thursday, DraftKings CEO admitted that the company took some time to come to fruition.  Its DNA can be found at, of all places, Vistaprint.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Aug/11/2022

FanDuel Hopes to Access Nevada Sports Betting Market, Mass Gov Signs Bill Into Law

FanDuel Hopes to Access Nevada Sports Betting Market, Mass Gov Signs Bill Into Law

Plus Entain keeps post-H1 consensus ahead of critical portfolio refresh.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/11/2022

Spanky: Bookmakers Increasing Limits Often More Telling Than a Major Line Move

Spanky: Bookmakers Increasing Limits Often More Telling Than a Major Line Move

Plus, it was ten years today the NFL and other leagues warned us about the ills of sports betting.  So what happened?  And, Bally's inks deal with New York Yankees.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/07/2022

Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Texas?

Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Texas?

You will not be able to bet using the Draftkings sportsbook app from Texas as that state has no intention to offer sports betting.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/04/2022

New York’s Top Court Rules in Favor of Fantasy Sports Bets

New York’s Top Court Rules in Favor of Fantasy Sports Bets

New York’s highest court ruled Tuesday that fantasy sports contests like those run by FanDuel and DraftKings are allowed under the state constitution, turning back a challenge to the popular games.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/23/2022

Mojo is an Athlete Stock Market Backed By A-Rod

Mojo is an Athlete Stock Market Backed By A-Rod

Former Major League Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez has joined forces with business partner Marc Lore to take advantage of the regulated sports bettings space in the US.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/15/2022

Can You Bet on FanDuel in Texas?

Can You Bet on FanDuel in Texas?

You are prohibited from betting on the FanDuel app from Texas.  But have no fear, alternative sports betting sites are available to those living in or visiting the Lone Star State.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/15/2022

Can I Bet on the FanDuel Sportsbook App From Michigan?

Can I Bet on the FanDuel Sportsbook App From Michigan?

FanDuel is now available for betting in the great state of Michigan.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/21/2022

Arizona Collects Over $1,500 in Fantasy Sports Tax in Just Four Days

Arizona Collects Over $1,500 in Fantasy Sports Tax in Just Four Days

Arizona collected just under $1,600 in tax revenue during the first four days of fantasy sports contests after they became legal in August.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Oct/26/2021

DraftKings Receives Daily Fantasy Sports License From Louisiana Gaming Control Board

DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announced that it has received a DFS license from the Louisiana Gaming Control Board and its daily fantasy sports product will soon be live in approved parishes in Louisiana.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jul/15/2021

Sports Betting Beat: Ohio Lawmaker to Introduce Bill, Fantasy Sports Coming to LA

Sports Betting Beat: Ohio Lawmaker to Introduce Bill, Fantasy Sports Coming to LA

Sen. Kirk Schuring of Ohio is set to introduce a bill that would legalize sports wagering in the Buckeye State.  Also, Louisiana expects to have daily fantasy sports contests up and running by the fall.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/04/2021

How Has the Fantasy Premier League Grown From Entertainment to Serious Business?

Only when you remain without something you realize how much you miss it. We have always imagined what it would be like but we have never before experienced a moment when sports just suddenly disappear from our lives as it was in the spring of last year. It especially applies to soccer, which is called “the most important of the unimportant things in life” (as legendary Italian coach Arrigo Sacchi said once) for a reason.

Submitted by Payton on, Mar/25/2021

What is Joel Embiid Worth in Sports Betting, Fantasy? Out at Least Two Weeks

What is Joel Embiid Worth in Sports Betting, Fantasy?  Out at Least Two Weeks

Oddsmakers are expected to shave approximately 6 points off future Sixers lines over these next two weeks with star center Joel Embiid out due to a bone bruise on his left knee.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/13/2021

FanDuel Accused of in Federal Lawsuit of Delaying Real-Time in-App Scores

FanDuel Accused of in Federal Lawsuit of Delaying Real-Time in-App Scores

FanDuel is accused in a federal lawsuit by a user of their gambling app of deliberately deloaying real-time scoring data in an effort to exploit losing gamblers.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/02/2021

Can I Bet on Bovada From Arizona?

Bovada is accessible from the great state of Arizona, as is Gambling911.com favorite BetUS, but if Republican Gov. Doug Ducey has any say, they will soon have some company. 

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Feb/01/2021

Bally's Acquires Monkey Knife Fight Fantasy Game Platform

Bally's Acquires Monkey Knife Fight Fantasy Game Platform

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Bally’s continued its acquisition juggernaut Monday, acquiring the daily fantasy sports company Monkey Knife Fight in an all-stock transaction that further widens the fast-growing company’s drive to add casino, online sports betting and media companies.

Providence, Rhode Island-based Bally’s becomes the third U.S. sports betting company to have a daily fantasy sports component, along with DraftKings and FanDuel.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jan/25/2021

Can I Play the $25 Million Thanksgiving Contest at Draftkings From My State?

Can I Play the $25 Million Thanksgiving Contest at Draftkings From My State?

Draftkings daily fantasy sports contests are available in most states, with some exceptions we list below.  Draftkings sports betting is only available in a handful of US states however

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Nov/23/2020

Daily Fantasy Sports Player Loses Out on Million Dollars Due to Stat Change

Daily Fantasy Sports Player Loses Out on Million Dollars Due to Stat Change

A Daily Fantasy Sports player lost out on a million dollar prize due to a negated Chicago Bears sack.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Oct/28/2020

Nic Sulsky of MKF Jumps From Producing Children's Television to Fantasy Sports

Nic Sulsky of MKF Jumps From Producing Children's Television to Fantasy Sports

Ryan Knupp of Knupp Sports this week sat down with Nic Sulsky of the popular hybrid fantasy sports site Monkey Knife Fight to discuss his entry into the fantasy sports industry.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/20/2020

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Bet on the WWE Universal Championship

Bet on the WWE Universal Championship

The odds of any regulated sports betting state accepting bets on professional wrestling are slim to none.  But that won't stop our friends at BetOnline from doing so.  They posted a bunch of WWE odds.