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Find a Sportsbook Near Houston

Find a Sportsbook Near Houston

A few dozen online sportsbooks are accessible from the Houston area

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/27/2021

Circa Sports Pro Football Contests Return $10 Million Guaranteed, No Rake

Circa Sports Pro Football Contests Return $10 Million Guaranteed, No Rake

Sign-Ups for Record-Setting Circa Millions III and Circa Survivor Contests Begin May 28 at All Circa Sports Nevada Locations.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/27/2021

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul Fight From Austin

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul Fight From Austin

Austin has a number of bars that will be showing the much hyped Floyd Mayweather, Jr vs. Logan Paul exhibition boxing match.  Bet this one at BetOnline but look for opportunities other than a Mayweather bet as he's a -1500 favorite.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/26/2021

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul Fight From Houston

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul Fight From Houston

You can bet on the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul special 8-round exhibition boxing match from Houston.  There are also plenty of places in which to watch this highly anticipated fight.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/26/2021

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul Fight From Dallas

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul Fight From Dallas

Online sportsbooks are anticipating massive action on the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul special 8-round exhibition boxing match set for Sunday night June 6, 2021 on Showtime PPV.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/26/2021

How Much Money Will I Get Paid If I Bet Mayweather to Beat Logan Paul?

How Much Money Will I Get Paid If I Bet Mayweather to Beat Logan Paul?

Mayweather is a -1500 point favorite, so don't expect to get rich with this "sure thing".

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/26/2021

Bovada Exits New York Market Again

Bovada Exits New York Market Again

With New York State expected to begin allowing legalized sports betting some time in the early part of 2022, Bovada has opted to leave the market for a second time.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/26/2021

NBA Playoffs Game 2 Prop Bets May 26, 2021

NBA Playoffs Game 2 Prop Bets May 26, 2021

2021 NBA Playoff prop bets for the Wizards-76ers, Hawks-Knicks and Grizzlies Jazz games.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/26/2021

Colorado Confirms April Decline to Close Successful First Year of Sports Betting

Colorado Confirms April Decline to Close Successful First Year of Sports Betting

Colorado officials confirmed Tuesday that sports betting volume dropped in April, a product of seasonal pressures that will likely slow the state's sportsbooks until football season, according to PlayColorado. But as sports betting in the state turned 1, a modest decline hardly dampens the outlook for a state poised for more growth in Year 2.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/26/2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 26, 2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 26, 2021

William Hill on Wednesday became the first retail sportsbook at a U.S. sports venue as the betting site opened at Capital One in D.C..  Plus Connecticut sports betting bill heads to Governor's desk following passage in Senate, Florida Governor signs bill that would allow for mobile sports wagering statewide if approved by the Feds and barring any lawsuits.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/26/2021

Betting Odds Good That Julio Jones Ends Up Playing for Patriots

Betting Odds Good That Julio Jones Ends Up Playing for Patriots

Julio Jones next team odds have New England as the EVEN odds favorite following the star wide receiver affirming that he wants out of Atlanta.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/26/2021

Can I Bet on TwinSpires From Indiana?

Over these next few days Indiana residents looking to place a bet on the Kentucky Derby will be seeing plenty of advertisements for TwinSpires.com, a US-based online horse racing site owned by Churchill Downs

Submitted by Guest on, May/26/2021

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul Fight From Phoenix, Arizona

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul Fight From Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix area bars will be showing the Floyd Mayweather-Logan Paul fight and there is plenty of betting to be had with Logan paying out $650 on a $100 bet should he upset Mayweather.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/25/2021

FanDuel Partners With Associated Press

FanDuel Partners With Associated Press

The Associated Press has found a reliable revenue stream courtesy of sports bettors.  On Tuesday it was revealed that the AP cut a deal to make FanDuel its exclusive provider of sports odds across AP’s global sports reports.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/25/2021

Bet on Julio Jones Next Team: Patriots Now Have Shortest Odds to Land Star WR

Bet on Julio Jones Next Team

The Patriots at Even odds and Titans move ahead of the Ravens as favorites to land Jones as of May 25.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/25/2021

Brooks Koepka vs. Bryson DeChambeau Fight Odds

Brooks Koepka vs. Bryson DeChambeau Fight Odds

The rift between the tour's fittest golfers was raised to a new level after DeChambeau walked behind Koepka during an TV interview at the PGA Championship. The video of Koepka rolling his eyes and losing his "train of thought" is priceless.  SportsBetting.ag has set odds on a hypothetical fight between the two men.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/25/2021

Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Massachusetts?

Can I Bet on Draftkings Sportsbook App From Massachusetts?

You will not be able to bet using the Draftkings sportsbook app from Massachusetts.  MA residents can, however, set up their sports betting account via the app and place wagers when in New Jersey ONLY.  International websites are also accessible from Mass.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/25/2021

NFL Betting Beat - May 25, 2021

NFL Betting Beat - May 25, 2021

ESPN's Kenny Mayne: "F*** you Aaron Rodgers and Julio Jones says he is "outta" Atlanta.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/25/2021

Atlantic City Casinos Just Made 3x More Money Than They Did in First Quarter of 2020

Atlantic City Casinos Just Made 3x More Money Than They Did in First Quarter of 2020

The Atlantic City casinos’ gross operating profit soared in the first quarter of this year to more than $95 million, more than three times the amount they earned in the first quarter of 2020, when the COVID-19 shutdown wiped out half of March.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/25/2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 25, 2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 25, 2021

FanDuel's IPO quest looks challenging as parent company seeks to leave Fox Bet out of deal, Canadian PM estimates sports betting measure has until end of June to be approved or it will likely die.  Plus fantasy players in Connecticut to get the shaft this summer.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/25/2021

NBA Betting May 25, 2021 – Los Angeles Lakers at Phoenix Suns

NBA Betting May 25, 2021 – Los Angeles Lakers at Phoenix Suns

The defending champion Los Angeles Lakers are in a heap of trouble, but that can all change with a win over the upstart Phoenix Suns on Tuesday in Game 2 of their Western Conference first round playoff series.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, May/25/2021

Celtics @ Nets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East - Game 2

Celtics @ Nets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs East - Game 2

The Nets beat the Celtics in Game 1 and now 1.5 more points have been tacked onto the 8 points they were offered at on Saturday.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/24/2021

Feds OK Arizona Compact and Sports Betting Deal

Feds OK Arizona Compact and Sports Betting Deal

Gambling on sporting events and online fantasy sports betting became legal in Arizona on Monday, along with a host of new gambling options at tribal casinos, after the U.S. Department of the Interior approved an updated tribal gaming compact with the state.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/24/2021

Fight Betting Beat - May 24, 2021

Diego Sanchez Fabio Breakup

Joshua Fabia goes scorched earth on Diego Sanchez following their split, making a slew of accusations towards his former client that include Sanchez being asked to throw fights by the Nevada State Athletic Commission.  Plus Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. says Anthony Silva is "delusional" if he thinks he can beat him in June 19 bout. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2021

Phil Mickelson Favored to Make Ryder Cup Team, But Still Longshot to Win 2021 U.S. Open

Phil Mickelson Favored to Make Ryder Cup Team, But Still Longshot to Win 2021 U.S. Open

The payout on Phil Mickelson winning the 2021 US Open would be $4000 on a $100 as of May 24. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/24/2021

NFL Betting Beat - May 24, 2021

NFL Betting Beat - May 24, 2021

Mahomes ready to practice well ahead of initial time table set following surgery, Cam Newton teammates have ‘noticed a difference’ as they prepare for 2021 and why the 49ers could be this year's big turnaround story in the NFL.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2021

Am I Able to Bet the Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather Fight Online?

Am I Able to Bet the Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather Fight Online?

Any fight featuring Mayweather Jr. is bound to be a draw no matter who his opponent might be, but here you have a situation where Logan Paul is a social media sensation coming off an impressive win over the former Bellator MMA and ONE Welterweight Champion Ben Askren.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2021

Mickelson Makes History at PGA Championship: BetOnline Sees $24K Payout on $80 Bet

Mickelson Makes History at PGA Championship: BetOnline Sees $24K Payout on $80 Bet

Dave Mason of BetOnline confirmed Sunday evening that their biggest bet was $80 at 300-1 for a $24,000 profit.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/23/2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 23, 2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 23, 2021

BetMGM pays out nearly $300,000 to ESPN host on NFL Draft prop it was revealed this week.  In-house live betting at BetAnySports may not be returning, one gambler reports. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/23/2021

Trail Blazers @ Nuggets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs West 1st Round - Game 2 (2021)

Trail Blazers @ Nuggets Prop Bets - NBA Playoffs West 1st Round - Game 2 (2021)

The Trail Blazers take on the Nuggets in Game 2 of their NBA Playoffs series.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/23/2021

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