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Holzhauer Wasn't Leading for Once

Holzhauer Wasn't Leading for Once

James Holzhauer exited the first round out of the lead for once.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, May/23/2019

Gamblers Claim Illegitimate Decks of Cards Lost Them $250K

Gamblers Claim Illegitimate Decks of Cards Lost Them $250K

Two gamblers have filed a federal lawsuit against a Philadelphia casino claiming they lost $250,000 because of faulty shuffling machines and illegitimate decks of cards.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/23/2019

Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Tennessee

Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Tennessee

You can now bet using the Draftkings sportsbook app from Tennessee

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/23/2019

Bookies Behaving Badly Part 7: Al Ross Was Bad, His Son Denny Was Worse

This article was originally published in November 2015.  OWN featured a Dateline episode profiling this case on January 2, 2018 at 9 am EST with a rebroadcast expected at Midnight.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, May/23/2019

Ghost Gaming Stats vs Team Liquid Downright Scary

Ghost Gaming Stats vs Team Liquid Downright Scary

Liquid is a -900 favorite versus Ghost Gaming for a reason Thursday in their CSGO matchup.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, May/23/2019

Sports Betting News: FanDuel Becomes Official Partner of FuboTV, Louisiana Approves Fantasy Sports

Sports Betting News: FanDuel Becomes Official Partner of FuboTV, Louisiana Approves Fantasy Sports

The online fantasy sports and betting firm FanDuel has formed its first over-the-top partnership with FuboTV.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/23/2019

Motor Racing Odds 2019 – Indy 500 Odds and Picks

Motor Racing Odds 2019  – Indy 500 Odds and Picks

Memorial Day weekend is synonymous with a number of things. You have the unofficial start of summer for one, and there’s that Holiday thing were a lot of people enjoy a day off from their hectic job schedule.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, May/23/2019

Ex Detective Admits to Running Gambling, Prostitution Ring

Ex Detective Admits to Running Gambling, Prostitution Ring

A retired New York Police Department vice detective and his wife have admitted to running a prostitution and gambling ring that allegedly involved seven police officers and dozens of civilians.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/23/2019

Can I Bet Online From My State?

Can I Bet Online From My State?

Does your state offer online sports betting?  Find out below. In-State offerings are highlighted in yellow

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/23/2019

Sports Betting News: Holzhauer Destigmatizing Sports Betting, NH Bill Closer to Passing

Sports Betting News: Holzhauer Destigmatizing Sports Betting, NH Bill Closer to Passing

For decades, the faces of the American sports bettor were caricatures: a chain-smoker with a curled-up racing form, a bookie sitting in a dimly lit room, a shrieking tout wearing a gold chain and making dubious claims.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/22/2019

Almost There: James Holzhauer Could Hit $2 Million Mark Thursday

Almost There: James Holzhauer Could Hit $2 Million Mark Thursday

James Holzhauer's correct final answer resulted in a $71885 payday and that much closer to hitting the $2 million mark on Jeopardy.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, May/22/2019

Can I Use the Draftkings App in West Virginia?

Can I Use the Draftkings App in West Virginia?

You will soon be able to use the Draftkings app from within the state of West Virginia.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/22/2019

Gambling.com Corners the NJ Sports Betting Affiliate Market

Gambling.com Corners the NJ Sports Betting Affiliate Market

SBC News reports that Stockholm-based Gambling.com reported a strong 1st quarter in the New Jersey online sports betting market.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/22/2019

When Will the New $12 Million Borgata Sportsbook Be Open?

When Will the New $12 Million Borgata Sportsbook Be Open?

Casino officials tell The Associated Press it will open a sports bar and sports betting facility named Moneyline Bar & Book on June 29. The name is a reference to the money line, a method of betting on sports in which a gambler wagers that a team will win its game without having to win by a certain amount of points.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/22/2019

Unikrn Unveils Virtual Betting, Live Streaming Products

Unikrn Unveils Virtual Betting, Live Streaming Products

One of the leaders in eSports betting, Unikrn, has announced the release of a virtual wagering platform and a live streaming product.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/21/2019

West Virginia Sports Betting Falls Into the Red, New Unikrn Betting Platforms Unveiled

West Virginia Sports Betting Falls Into the Red, New Unikrn Betting Platforms Unveiled

To date, one year after the US Supreme Court reversed decades of prohibition of sports wagering, West Virginia's industry is in the red.  The Mountaineer State was among the first to dive in.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/21/2019

Louisiana Sports Betting Effort Marches Forward After Removal of 'Poison Pill'

Louisiana Sports Betting Effort Marches Forward After Removal of 'Poison Pill'

A proposal to legalize sports betting in Louisiana edged forward in the Legislature, winning the backing Tuesday of a committee packed with several anti-gambling lawmakers who unsuccessfully sought to derail the measure.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/21/2019

James Holzhauer Inches Towards the $2 Million Mark

James Holzhauer Inches Towards the $2 Million Mark

34-year-old Las Vegas Sports bettor James Holzhauer continues to roll over the competition in Jeopardy.

Submitted by Jordan Bach on, May/21/2019

Sports Betting Forums: Top Discussions

We tap into the hottest discussions on the sports betting forums and social media.  Hot now: Vegas Sports Handicapper Gets Banned From Sportsbooks and Probation, Disney Takes Stake in Draftkings

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/21/2019

Royals vs. Cardinals Game Rain Delay, Suspension Possible, Bets Could be Impacted: MLB Weather May 21

Royals vs. Cardinals Game Rain Delay, Suspension Possible, Bets

This game has officially been postponed.  Bets placed are No Action.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/21/2019

Sports Handicapper Banned From Sportsbooks for Three Years, Sentenced to Probation

Sports Handicapper Banned From Sportsbooks for Three Years, Sentenced to Probation

A well-known sports handicapper with a platform on ESPN has been sentenced to three years probation.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/21/2019

Tonight's Betting Odds, Trends, Line Moves, Picks: NBA, MLB, More - May 21

Top consensus plays include the St. Louis Cardinals at 80%, but be careful as storms are in the forecast and this game stands a good chance of being suspended.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/21/2019

Bet the Athetics vs. Indians Series - Hot Betting Trends

Bet the Red Sox vs. Blue Jays Series - Hot Betting Trends

Gambling911.com takes a look at the Athletics vs. Indians Series hot trends for the period beginning May 20, 2019. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/21/2019

Borgata Babes Case Can Go to Trial

Borgata Babes Case Can Go to Trial

A state appellate court says five cocktail waitresses who sued an Atlantic City casino for gender bias and a hostile work environment can take their case to trial.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/21/2019

Bet the Red Sox vs. Blue Jays Series - Hot Betting Trends

Bet the Red Sox vs. Blue Jays Series - Hot Betting Trends

Gambling911.com takes a look at the Blue Jays vs. Red Sox Series hot trends for the period beginning May 20, 2019. 

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, May/21/2019

MLB Betting Picks May 21 – Atlanta Braves at San Francisco Giants

MLB Betting Picks May 21  – Atlanta Braves at San Francisco Giants

The San Francisco Giants have one of the weakest offensive clubs in MLB and they didn’t put up much of a fight in the opener, collecting just two hits in a 4-1 setback to get the four-game series with the Atlanta Braves underway.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, May/21/2019

Warriors Sweep Blazers in Sweep, Advance to Final

Warriors Sweep Blazers in Sweep, Advance to Final

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Portland Trailblazers in overtime Monday to sweep and advance to the NBA Finals.  They were the early favorites to win this year's Final.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/20/2019

Tacitus Not War of Will Favored to Win Belmont Stakes

Tacitus Not War of Will Favored to Win Belmont Stakes

Finishing third at this year's Kentucky Derby, Tacticus was coming in just short of 2/1 odds to win the upcoming Belmont Stakes race.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/20/2019

Payout Odds on Will Power to Win Indy 500 2019

Payout Odds on Will Power to Win Indy 500 2019

Will Power and Alexander Rossi are co-favorites to win the 2019 Indianapolis 500 with a payout potential of $15 for every $2 bet.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/20/2019

Payout Odds on Ashleigh Barty, Aryna Sabalenka, Dayana Yastremska to Win WTA Strasbourg 2019

Payout Odds on Ashleigh Barty, Aryna Sabalenka, Dayana Yastremska to Win WTA Strasbourg 2019

Ashleigh Barty winning the WTA Strasbourg 2019 outright pays US$20 for every US$10 bet, Aryna Sabalenka US$50 for every US$10 bet and Dayana Yastremska US$70 for every US$10 bet.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, May/20/2019

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