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Is PrizePicks Legal in Georgia?

Is PrizePicks Legal in Georgia?

We are happy to inform you that PrizePicks is legal in the great state of Georgia. Here, we compare their platform to that of a sports betting site.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/27/2023

DraftKings Founder Waves White Flag in NY....One Year After Saying They Could Achieve a Profit

"One of the most misunderstood elements of our business? State unit economics — how the contribution profit scales and what the underlying drivers are as the state matures. We’re working to simplify what we see under the hood so investors can better understand @DraftKings's moves."

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/27/2023

More Betting Scandals: 5th Lions Player, Cincinnati Bearcats

Bert Eugene Neff Jr. placed wagers raising suspicion before an Alabama-LSU baseball game.  Neff's son is a player with the Bearcats and two of that team's staffers were let go in recent days as well.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, May/27/2023

Padres-Yankees Betting Action May 27 and Why We Are Backing New York

Padres-Yankees Betting Action May 27

Michael Wacha comes into this game 5-1 for San Diego but has won in his last three starts and is coming due for a bad outing.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/27/2023

Forte Payout Odds to Win Belmont Stakes

Forte Payout Odds to Win Belmont Stakes

"'Tentative' should be a horse's name in the Belmont Stakes field after the tumultuous racing season we've witnessed in 2023", our friends at BetOnline quipped.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/26/2023

Bet on DeAndre Hopkins Next Team: Cowboys Favorites

Bet on DeAndre Hopkins Next Team: Cowboys Favorites

Once a Top 3 wideout in the league, DeAndre Hopkins has now become what some are calling the “Kyrie Irving” of the NFL.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/26/2023

FINEally Returns: Paddy Power is Back, But Not the Way We Would Like to See

If you have followed Gambling911.com over the years, it should be no secret that we really love the Paddy Power ad campaigns that have mostly been placed on the back burner with Flutter taking control of the company.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/26/2023

DraftKings Pushes Taylor Swift NBA Conspiracy Theory

"Swift is traveling the country playing the Eras Tour, tickets are blowing up, and the same goes for the NBA teams that play in the city she performs in."

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/26/2023

What is the Head to Head Record for the Reds vs. Cubs? Betting Trends

What is the Head to Head Record for the Reds vs. Cubs? Betting Trends

Justin Steele is is 6-1 with a 2.20 ERA for the Cubs.  That is fantastic considering the Cubs lackluster record.  He is scheduled to start for Chicago on Saturday.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/26/2023

GSC Talks Procedure for Customers to Retrieve Funds From Shuttered 5Dimes

With 5Dimes announcing the closure of its site to European customers effective May 30, Gambling911.com's own Thomas Somach reached out to the well-established licensing agency, the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission (GSC), to determine next steps.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/25/2023

Circa Million and Circa Survivor Return for 2023: Largest Payout Ever at $14 Million, No Rake

Circa Sports Breaks Own Guarantee Record for Fifth Year of its Popular Professional Football Contests.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/25/2023

Where Can I Bet the NBA Finals Online From the State of Florida?

Where Can I Bet the NBA Finals Online From the State of Florida?

Who would have thunk it?  The Miami Heat have (almost) made it into the NBA Finals and they'll be facing a Denver Nuggets team when (if) that that happens.  The Nuggets have never made it here in its 47 years in the league.  If you happen to live in Florida, you can bet on your beloved Miami Heat and all the props available courtesy of our friends at BetOnline.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/24/2023

Fils Bets Voided By Some Books Following Ymer Striking Umpire

BetMGM was among the books that voided winning moneyline bets on Fils.  Some customers of FanDuel report that book graded Fils as a win only to void the bet moments later.  But were they right to void the bet?

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, May/24/2023

Latest NHL Playoff Betting News: Knights on the Cusp, More

Latest NHL Playoff Betting News: Knights on the Cusp, More

There are just four teams remaining in the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs, but that number could be halved very soon. Conference finals are taking place as of this writing, and both of those series may well end immediately.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2023

Doc Rivers Pays Out $700 to be Named Next Suns Head Coach

Doc Rivers Pays Out $700 to be Named Next Suns Head Coach

BetOnline had Nick Nurse as the 2-1 favorite to be named the next Phoenix Suns head coach.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2023

Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. Fight Odds Up Now

Crawford is listed at -120 and Spence -110.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2023

What is the Head to Head Record for the Phillies vs. Braves? Betting Trends

What is the Head to Head Record for the Phillies vs. Braves? Betting Trends

The Phillies-Braves series has not seen either team with an edge in recent times.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/23/2023

What is the Head to Head Record for Orioles vs. Rangers? Betting Trends

What is the Head to Head Record for Orioles vs. Rangers? Betting Trends

The Orioles are almost a required bet for their series at home against the Rangers.  That's because Baltimore is 12-4 in the last 16 meetings.  This is a much improved Orioles team playing Texas Rangers team that is also improved and owns a 29-18 record.  But Baltimore has had their number even when they were in their growing stage last year. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/23/2023

Judge Rules Taking Bets From Grey Market No Big Deal

Judge Rules Taking Bets From Grey Market No Big Deal

New York federal district court judge Paul A. Engelmayer has ruled that it is fine for an online sportsbook to take bets from so-called "grey areas" just as long as the business discloses they did so and that information is accurate.

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, May/23/2023

What is the Head to Head Record for White Sox vs. Tigers? Betting Trends

Sunday's game with Eduardo Rodriguez starting for the Tigers and Dylan Cease for the White Sox we believe will stay UNDER 8.5 runs.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/23/2023

What is the Head to Head Record for Cardinals vs. Reds? Betting Trends

What is the Head to Head Record for Cardinals vs. Reds?  Betting Trends

The St. Louis Cardinals vs. Cincinnati Reds series has been fairly competitive with neither side enjoying an edge.  This has been an UNDER series of late though (8-3 favoring the UNDER).

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/23/2023

Online Sports Betting vs. Daily Fantasy Sports: What's the Difference?

Online Sports Betting vs. Daily Fantasy Sports: What's the Difference?

A recent debate may be riveting and contain some valid points but, as one industry operator recently said, it all comes down to sites like PrizePicks being smart enough to offer a sports betting-like product that doesn't require sportsbook licensing.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/23/2023

Bet on LeBron James Retiring or Playing for Another Team

Bet on LeBron James Retiring or Playing for Another Team

LeBron James is not retiring, at least according to the oddsmakers at BetOnline.  They've given that likelihood 11-2 odds.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/23/2023

They Are Dropping Like Flies at the Kindred Group

Mass exodus reported as CCO and CMO will leave the company in the autumn.  They follow other top executives out the door.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/23/2023

Concerns Mount Over Ability to Access 5Dimes Funds After May 29

Concerns Mount Over Ability to Access 5Dimes Funds After May 29

5Dimes announced on Monday it will be pulling out of the European betting market entirely. 

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, May/23/2023

Maine Gambling Control Unit Official: Calls Women 'Bitches', Defends White Nationalists

Maine Gambling Control Unit Official: Calls Women 'Bitches', Defends White Nationalists

Milt Champion, head of the Gambling Control Unit in Maine, has been suspended after posting some insensitive comments pertaining to women and African Americans.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/22/2023

5Dimes Shuts Down its European Market

5Dimes Shuts Down its European Market

5Dimes will stop accepting wagers effective Monday May 29 at 11:59 pm EST. 

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, May/22/2023

What Are Michael Block Payout Odds to Win 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge?

Out of 81 golfers listed on the odds board for this week's tourney, SportsBetting.ag gave Block the highest number at 350-1. The next-closest competitors are Michael Kim, Harry Hall and Dylan Wu at 200-1.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/22/2023

Former State Trooper Who Tipped Off Illegal Sports Betting Ring Pleads Guilty

Former State Trooper Who Tipped Off Illegal Sports Betting Ring Pleads Guilty

Seven individuals were charged in January for their role in running the business.  It is alleged to have taken in millions of dollars over a multi-year period as part of a 48-page complaint. 

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, May/22/2023

Maryland Looks to Require Handicappers, Influencers to Back Their Records

Maryland Looks to Require Handicappers, Influencers to Back Their Records

Plus UK lawmakers call for cryptocurrency trading to be regulated.  They want the market to be treated as gambling.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/22/2023

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