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Sportsbooks Rooting Against UConn....Thursday Night and Remainder of Tournament

BetOnline has published their biggest liabilities as of Thursday afternoon coming into this year's Sweet 16.  The biggest is UConn.  This includes the remainder of the tournament.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Mar/23/2023

More Fines Levied, This Time Against Kindred Group: Plus NCAA Biggest Liabilities for Books

Sportsbooks will be rooting for Florida Atlantic and against Texas.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/23/2023

Texas Introduces Sports Betting Bills, Marketing Firm Fined €675,000 for Promotion of Illegal Gambling Sites

Texas Introduces Sports Betting Bills,

Thus far in 2023, gambling firms across the globe have racked up more than €26 million in fines.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/23/2023

How to Start a PPH Sportsbook in Texas

Texans want to know how they too can operate a sportsbook business like DraftKings.  They can.  And they only need to pay as little as $3 per player per week.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/23/2023

Evander Kane 50 Bets a Day, PredictIt Buys More Time, NC Sports Betting Bill Moves Further

Kane filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with liabilities topping $26 million.  He was said to be struggling and with no way to support his family and found gambling as "a way to make money quick".

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/22/2023

North Carolina House Commerce Committee Votes 17-10 in Favor of Sports Betting

Amendments that failed Tuesday would have limited wagering to professional sports only and would have barred bets using credit cards.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Mar/22/2023

Can't Bet on the Princeton Tigers From New Jersey

Can't Bet on the Princeton Tigers From New Jersey

Are there websites I can bet on the Princeton Tigers from New Jersey?  The state regulated apps do not allow this.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/21/2023

Can I Bet on Bovada From New York?

Can I Bet on Bovada From New York?

Bovada is not available to new customers in New York, however, there are much better options, some with anonymous wagering accounts.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/21/2023

Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Arkansas?

Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Arkansas?

You are not able to bet on Draftkings from the great state of Arkansas, but other websites are accessible.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Mar/21/2023

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

Is Bovada Legal to Bet on From New Jersey?

New Jersey residents are prohibited from betting on the Bovada website.  However, Bovada does not block those who already have accounts and are traveling within the state.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Mar/21/2023

Please Make Them Stop, Missouri Resurrects Sports Betting Measure and Mack on Bob

Please Make Them Stop, Missouri Resurrects Sports Betting Measure and Mack on Bob

From an endless sea of sports betting commercials to attempts at legalizing the activity in Missouri, we look at some hot stories in today's news as well as an interview with one of the top sports bettors in the country courtesy of the Jim Bob Show.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/21/2023

Sports Betting Architect Lesniak in Hot Political Feud

Sports Betting Architect Lesniak in Hot Political Feud

Accusations of murder, hired hitmen and "wacko political consultants".... another day in NJ politics.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Mar/20/2023

Zags Bettors Crushed by Half Court Heave

Zags Bettors Crushed by Half Court Heave

Thomas Somach gives the crazy breakdown that broke the hearts of many a Zags bettor.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/20/2023

Where the Hell Can I Bet on Princeton in the Sweet 16 From New Jersey?

Where the Hell Can I Bet on Princeton in the Sweet 16 From New Jersey?

Bitcoin and locals may provide the answer, but it will be no easy task.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Mar/18/2023

Houston Cougars Advance to Sweet 16 With Win Over Auburn

Houston was coming in as a -9.5 favorite to beat Cincinnati in the Semifinals of the American Athletic Conference on March 11.  It didn't matter the outcome, Houston will be heading to the March Madness Big Dance.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/18/2023

Can't Bet the FDU Game From NJ....WTF? Payout is $500K

Can't Bet the FDU Game From NJ

No. 16 seed Fairleigh Dickinson only won four games last season.  They are in this year's NCAA tournament courtesy of a fluke.  They are the smallest team in the tournament.  And they just beat No. Purdue looking like one of the most impressive teams in the Big Dance.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/17/2023

Is MyBookie Legal in North Carolina?

Is MyBookie Legal in North Carolina?

MyBookie is a popular online sportsbook that is accessible from North Carolina  At this time they are not endorsed by Gambling911.com.  Instead, we recommend BetUS with their welcome bonus of a FREE $250 when you open your betting account with just $200. 

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Mar/17/2023

Where Can I Bet on Sports - Billings MT

Where Can I Bet on Sports - Billings MT

Montana's Governor signs sports betting legislation into law

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/17/2023

These Tournament Teams Are Making Bookies Cringe on Friday

These Tournament Teams Are Making Bookies Cringe on Friday

Dave Mason and the gang at BetOnline will be rooting hard for USC +2 and Kansas State -7.5 this day.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/17/2023

The Georgia Sports Betting Pipe Dream Turns Into Nightmare for Supporters as Bill Gets Hijacked

Sen. Mike Dugan, a Carrollton Republican, says the bizzare move “just set sports betting back five years”.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/17/2023

Be a Bookie in Indiana

Be a Bookie in Indiana

Independent bookies should be able to thrive in the Hoosier State even though Indiana has legalized online sports betting with few limits.  But the limits that are there can prove a turnoff to local sports bettors. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/16/2023

Is PrizePicks Legal in Iowa?

Is PrizePicks Legal in Iowa?

PrizePicks is unavailable in the state of Iowa.  Betting is available through various state-regulated apps, offshores and the 'ol reliable local bookies.  Sites like BetUS offer a more extensive real money player prop menu for gamblers 18 and up.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Mar/16/2023

Barstool Sports 'Can’t Lose Parlays' Can Lose...And Mass Regulators Aren't Laughing

Barstool Sports 'Can’t Lose Parlays' Can Lose...And Mass Regulators Are Pissed

The promo was meant to be a joke but Barstools parent company Penn National forced to pull it.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/16/2023

Architect of US Legal Sports Betting Ray Lesniak Mulls Congressional Bid

He sits down with Gambling911's Thomas Somach to discuss future plans.  "I’ve done what needed to get done to bring legalized sports betting and Internet gaming to America."

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Mar/16/2023

These 2023 March Madness Teams Will Make the Bookies Cry if They Cover

These 2023 March Madness Teams Will Make the Bookies Cry if They Cover

Bookies are going to be huge Fighting Illini fans this week as Arkansas is a huge liability with both the spread and moneyline.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/16/2023

Bookies Are 'Shaking in Their Boots' Over New Sports Betting Predictive Model Rithmm

Bookies Are 'Shaking in Their Boots' Over New Sports Betting Predictive Model Rithmm

It employs AI courtesy of the majority female-founded Boston-based MIT-originated startup with roots in DraftKings.  The AI model is said to utilize customized personal information algorithms in order to analyze betting strategies.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Mar/15/2023

North Carolina Will Try Again to Pass Sports Mobile Betting Bill

North Carolina Will Try Again to Pass Sports Mobile Betting Bill

House Bill 347, filed by Rep. Jason Saine of Lincoln County, would allow for wagering to begin on January 1. 2024.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/14/2023

Newly Introduced Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Now Heading for Senate Vote

Newly Introduced Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Faces Even Bigger Hurdles

Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer admitted Monday it's "going to be tough" to pass in the Senate with the three-fifths vote requirement this session.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Mar/14/2023

Penn National Sets Up Unusual Betting Policy for Barstool Sports Big Personalities

Portnoy has no intention of keeping quiet about the new Barstool Sports betting site management and isn't afraid to show his big wagers.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Mar/13/2023

Breaking News

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.