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NBA Betting – Los Angeles Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks Game 6

NBA Betting – Los Angeles Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks Game 6

The Mavs are beat and they got beat up in Game 5 dropping a 154-111 heartbreaker. The league postponed Wednesday’s playoff games and that trend continued Thursday.  It was looking like this game will be played on Saturday as NBA players have agreed to resume the season.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Aug/29/2020

Is Gambling a Good Business Venture

Gambling is a great business venture, as long as it is done the correct way. If you are just looking to make wagers on games for yourself, then this would not be the way to make money. Gamblers all lose over the long term, and this can easily be seen by just looking at any casino.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/28/2020

Big 10 Mulls Over Thanksgiving Day Start to Season

Big Ten coaches, athletic directors and medical personnel are working on multiple plans for staging a football season —  including one that would have the league kicking off as soon as Thanksgiving weekend.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Aug/28/2020

Tennis Odds – 2020 US Open Odds and Picks

Like other sports around the globe, tennis returned to the court recently. The game returns to one of the biggest stages with the US Open taking place from August 31 to September 13 at the Billie Jean King Tennis Center in Flushing Meadow. With the COVID pandemic wreaking havoc on schedules, this will be the second Grand Slam event of the year and the first since the Australian Open in February.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Aug/28/2020

Follow The Action: UFC Fight Night Smith vs. Rakic

Follow The Action: Will UFC Fight Night Smith vs. Rakic Take Place?

The gang at Follow The Action breaks down this weekend's Fight Night card, featuring Anthony Smith vs. Aleksandar Rakić.  There is a question as to whether this fight will even go off however.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Aug/27/2020

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets Game 5 NBA Playoffs Betting Odds - August 29

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets Game 5 NBA Playoffs Betting Odds - August 26

The Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs featured a line of Houston -3. 

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Aug/27/2020

How Easy is it to Run My Own Online Sportsbook?

With the proper Pay Per Head software, it is easy peasy to run an online sportsbook from the comfort of your own home.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/27/2020

With Many Games Cancelled Thursday, Russian Ping Pong Sees Biggest Day in Some Time

With Many Games Cancelled Thursday, Russian Ping Pong Sees Biggest Day in Some Time

Russian table tennis took center stage during the height of the worldwide pandemic as one of the few sports that was not shut down.  And now it is back with a vengeance now that a number of leagues postponed Thursday's games.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Aug/27/2020

NHL Playoffs Games Postponed Thursday

NHL Playoffs Games Postponed Thursday

All NBA, NHL playoffs games have been postponed Thursday in the wake of a police involved shooting in Wisconsin Sunday.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Aug/27/2020

NBA Games to Resume, Just Not Thursday

NBA players have agreed to resume the playoffs, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.  Thursday's games were expected to be postponed and it was not immediately known when games would begin again or when the suspended games would be played.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/27/2020

Tiz The Law Kentucky Derby Payout Would Be Even Money

Tiz The Law Kentucky Derby Payout Would Be Even Money

Heavily favored Tiz the Law won the first of this year's Triple Crown races, the Belmont Stakes.  The global coronavirus pandemic forced the Kentucky Derby to be pushed back to September 5, followed by the Preakness Stakes around a month later, October 3. As a result of the reschedule, the Belmont Stakes went first on June 20.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/27/2020

NBA Lines Up Thursday Despite Uncertainty: Meetings Taking Place

NBA Lines Up Thursday Despite Uncertainty: Meetings Taking Place

Separate meetings were slated to take place among the NBA's Board of Governors and players regarding the fate of this season.  Lines remained up despite the uncertainty Thursday.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/27/2020

Bets Refunded on Games Postponed by Protests

Bets Refunded on Games Postponed by Protests

Bets on Wednesday’s NBA, WNBA and MLB games that were called off will be refunded at most Las Vegas sportsbooks.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Aug/26/2020

Bucks Players Boycott NBA Playoff Game, Others Cancelled Wed Night

Bucks Players Boycott NBA Playoff Game, Others Cancelled Wed Night

NBA players made their strongest statement yet against racial injustice Wednesday when the Milwaukee Bucks didn’t take the floor for their playoff game against the Orlando Magic.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Aug/26/2020

Will Game 1 of the Celtics vs. Raptors Playoffs Series Be Cancelled Amidst Boycott Talks?

Will Game 1 of the Celtics vs. Raptors Playoffs Series Be Cancelled Amidst Boycott Talks?

Thursday's NBA Eastern Conference series Game 1 between the Boston Celtics and Toronto Raptors could potentially be cancelled due to a planned boycott. Gamblers should be made aware of what happens to their bet should this occur.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Aug/26/2020

LA FC vs Real Salt Lake City Tips, Betting Odds 26 August

LA FC vs Real Salt Lake City Tips, Betting Odds Europa League 26 August

We're back to previewing Major League Soccer and putting together some good betting trends and picks. Wednesday night we have a good matchup between LA FC and Real Salt Lake City. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/26/2020

Dana White RNC Prop Bets Still Available at BetOnline

Dana White RNC Prop Bets Still Available at BetOnline

A series of prop bets for this week's RNC Convention were still available from our friends at BetOnline.  These included wagering on UFC President Dana White, who is due to speak Thursday.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/26/2020

Will the Red Sox-Blue Jays Game Be Delayed, Postponed, Cancelled?

Will the Red Sox-Blue Jays Game Be Delayed, Postponed, Cancelled?

This one was anticipated to be a washout though it was yet to be officially postponed as of late Wednesday morning.  Rain chances were listed as 70% to 80% from the scheduled start of the game right past Midnight.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/26/2020

Bengals' Mackensie Alexander Arrested for Battery; Father Still Missing

Bengals' Mackensie Alexander Arrested for Battery; Father Still Missing

The Cincinnati Bengals (-130 favorites to win at least six regular season games in 2020) are dealing with off-the-field chaos Wednesday with the arrest of cornerback Mackensie Alexander in Florida.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/26/2020

PGA Tour Picks – BMW Championship Odds

PGA Tour Picks – BMW Championship Odds

The playoff field has been slashed to the top-70 in the FedExCup standings and those remaining gather for the middle tournament of the playoff format this week at the BMW Championship, taking place at the Olympia Fields Country Club in suburban Chicago.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Aug/26/2020

Am I Able to Bet on Twinspires From My State?

Am I Able to Bet on Twinspires From My State?

If your state is listed below, you will be able to place a bet on the TwinSpires site.  Keep in mind that TwinSpires requires you to provide a social security number and may not offer the best bonuses and rebates.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Aug/25/2020

Manchester City Favored to Land Lionel Messi: Tells Barca He Wants Out

Manchester City Favored to Land Lionel Messi: Tells Barca He Wants Out

Lionel Messi has made it clear that he wants out of the Barcelona bubble. According to the oddsmakers, Manchester City has the best chances of landing the soccer superstar.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/25/2020

BetOnline Holds Jazz-Nuggets Game at Denver -3: Most Move to -2.5

BetOnline Holds Jazz-Nuggets Game at Denver -3: Most Move to -2.5

We love when books have a strong opinion on a particular game, especially in the NBA.  It's why Gambling911.com holds a 67-42-1 61.5% record this season. Today's Jazz-Nuggets game is yet another grand example.  That being said, we still have our friends at BetOnline hanging on at Utah -3 whereas everyone else has moved to -2.5 and, thus, encouraging action on the Jazz as of 3:15 pm ET.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Aug/25/2020

Will the Yankees-Braves Game Be Delayed, Postponed, Cancelled?

Will the Yankees-Braves Game Be Delayed, Postponed, Cancelled?

There is a possibility that Tuesday's August 25 Yankees-Braves game could be delayed or postponed due to weather.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/25/2020

NFL Betting – Los Angeles Chargers Win Total - 2020

NFL Betting – Los Angeles Chargers Win Total - 2020

Tyrod Taylor considered a "servicable" quarterback in place of Philip Rivers but more a "placeholder" perhaps

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Aug/25/2020

Top Reasons to Open an Online Sportsbook Operation

Top Reasons to Open an Online Sportsbook Operation

With the new football season about to get underway (and the potential for another football season coming in the spring), it has never been a better time to open an online sportsbook operation.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Aug/23/2020

Winamax Under Fire for Homophobic Tweet

Winamax Under Fire for Homophobic Tweet

French online gambling giant Winamax is in hot water after its sportsbook arm posted an offensive Champions League celebration tweet that was considered homophobic.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Aug/21/2020

Betting Rule #3: Heavy Public Favorites Do Not Always Make for a Good Fade

Betting Rule #3: Heavy Public Favorites Do Not Always Make for a Good Fade

In previous installments of Betting Rules, we touched upon sportsbooks running scared and to avoid betting on the favorite in such scenarios as well as when to place a bet where there is a strong opinion observed.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/20/2020

Betting Rule #2: Do Jump on Sides When the Books Have a Strong Opinion

Betting Rule #2: Do Jump on Sides When the Books Have a Strong Opinion

When the sportsbooks love a particular side, we as gamblers might not always know this.  But strong opinions are typically an indication that this side will be a solid bet.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/20/2020

Betting Rule #1: Stay Clear of Big Favs When Dog Sees Heavy Action and Books React

Betting Rule #1: Stay Clear of Big Favs When Dog Sees Heavy Action and Books React

Wednesday night's Oklahoma City Thunder vs. LA Lakers game was a rare one in which the other team - not named the Lakers - received much of the public betting love.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Aug/20/2020

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