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How to Make Successful NBA Picks: Expert Tips

How to Make Successful NBA Picks: Expert Tips

One reason for NBA betting's popularity is the number of available markets. There are several ways to place wagers on NBA games, from live betting to point spreads and money lines. With the rise of online betting sites and expert analysis, placing bets and winning big is now easier.

Submitted by Payton on, Jul/05/2024

Find a PPH for March Madness

March Madness is a time in which even the casual office employee makes bracket picks.  It goes without saying that the month of March sees some of the heaviest volume of wagers placed during the year. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jan/26/2024

Indiana Pacers Betting Tips, Trends

Indiana Pacers Betting Tips, Trends

The Indiana Pacers sat at the No. 12 spot on Sagarin as of January 5.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jan/05/2024

New Orleans Pelicans Betting Tips and Trends

The New Orleans Pelicans sat at No. 8 on the Sagarin Ratings with a 93.06 and 17-12 record.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Dec/23/2023

14 Unbeatens in College Basketball - We Have Their Odds

We're less than a month into the season there are only 14 undefeated college basketball teams remaining.

Submitted by Press Release on, Dec/04/2023

Celtics-Raptors Betting Analysis for November 17

The Celtics-Raptors line for Friday night November 17, 2023 opened at Boston -7 overnight before moving to -8.5 at BetOnline.  We've seen the number open as low as -6.5 at some books.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/17/2023

James Harden Altercation Odds & New NBA Odds

James Harden had his best game as a Clipper last night, but the team has now dropped five straight since acquiring the guard on October 30.

Submitted by Payton on, Nov/16/2023

BetOnline Offers $1 Million to WNBA Champion Las Vegas Aces If They Can Beat Boy's Team

BetOnline's Dave Mason claims this "would be the most wagered on WNBA game ever".

Submitted by Press Release on, Nov/09/2023

Big3, TBT, Slamball; QB Stats

Summer League is over, but there are a couple of professional basketball leagues kicking off this week.

Submitted by Press Release on, Jul/19/2023

How Do I Start a Sportsbook From Virginia?

How Do I Start a Sportsbook From Virginia?

Virginia is a great state to be a bookie.  You have extensive betting on college games throughout the football and basketball season but the commonwealth does not permit wagering on in-state schools such as the Cavs and Hokies on the regulated sportsbook apps. What a treat for the bookies.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/01/2023

Where Can I Bet the MSU Spartans Online From Michigan?

The Spartans will take on the winner of second-seeded Marquette (28-6) and No. 15-seeded Vermont (23-10) on Sunday in a second-round contest.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/24/2023

Where Can I Bet the Northwestern Wildcats From illinois in This Year's Tournament?

Where Can I Bet the Northwestern Wildcats From illinois in This Year's Tournament?

While it is possible to bet the Wildcats from the Land of Lincoln in this year's March Madness tournament, one can only do so in-person using a state-operated app.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/17/2023

Can't Bet Northwestern Wildcats Games From Illinois

The Northwestern Wildcats have at times played good football in recent years but in 2023 it's all about basketball.  If you live in Illinois, BetUS is one of the few options to place bets on your beloved Wildcats via your mobile devices.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/15/2023

Boise State vs. Northwestern Betting Odds - 2023 March Madness Tournament

Boise State is just 0-8 in the NCAA Tournament. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mar/15/2023

Lebron Out But People Still Betting the Lakers

Despite losing LeBron James for 2-3 weeks because of a foot injury, AND being a half game out of the play-in tournament, people are still betting on the Lakers.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Feb/28/2023

NCAA Tournament: The 1 Seeds, Who and Where to Bet on the Tournament Winner 

February 18 was the first time the top 16 seeds for the men's NCAA basketball tournament were made public. This was during the NCAA Tournament bracket preview.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Feb/27/2023

NBA All-Star Game Betting for 2023 is Here

NBA All-Star Game Betting for 2023 is Here

BetOnline released odds for the Slam Dunk Contest, 3-Point Contest, Skills Challenge and the Rising Stars game first thing Wednesday morning (February 15).

Submitted by Guest on, Feb/15/2023

Washington Wizards Chances of Making It to The Playoffs

Washington Wizards Chances of Making It to The Playoffs

The Washington Wizards last won the NBA title in 1978. Since the team’s inception, it has participated in 28 playoffs, winning 8 division titles.

Submitted by Payton on, Feb/08/2023

Celtics vs. Heat Game 1 Line - 2022 Eastern Conference Finals

Celtics vs. Heat Game 1 Line - 2022 Eastern Conference Finals

The Celtics-Heat Game 1 line for the 2022 Eastern Conference Finals was expected to be a PICK'EM.  The Celtics pay $450 on a $100 bet to win the NBA Championship while the Heat pay $375 (subject to change if bets not locked in).

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/14/2022

Free NBA Picks, Predictions, Odds Tuesday November 9, 2021

Free NBA Picks, Predictions, Odds Tuesday November 9, 2021

Milwaukee has struggled of late but have beaten Philadelphia in their last five meetings while covering within 5 points in the last nine.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/09/2021

Team USA Basketball Gold Medal Payout Odds, To Win Group A - Tokyo Olympics

Team USA Basketball Gold Medal Payout Odds, To Win Group A  - Tokyo Olympics

After Sunday's loss to France, the men are not projected to win Group A.  They are 38.5-point favorites against Iran on Wednesday.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/25/2021

USA Basketball Odds - Tokyo Olympics - Still Good at 1-6 Despite Setbacks

The Men's USA Basketball team has suffered back-to-back losses during international friendlies this week, but it is still the prohibitive favorite to walk away on top of the Summer Olympics.

The Men's USA Basketball team has suffered back-to-back losses during international friendlies this week, but it is still the prohibitive favorite to walk away on top of the Summer Olympics.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/14/2021

Bet the Pirates-Brewers Series - Head-to-Head Trends

Bet the Pirates-Brewers Series - Head-to-Head Trends

Before you bet the Pirates-Brewers series, you will want to check out the latest betting trends, news and odds.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/18/2021

2021 NCAA Men's College Basketball National Championship Odds

2021 NCAA Men's College Basketball National Championship Odds

College basketball starts Wednesday and while there's no telling what team records and schedules will look like by the end of this season, hopefully every conference will ultimately crown a champion.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/23/2020

Nets Odds Improve at BetOnline Following the #WojBomb: Suns Too

Nets Odds Improve at BetOnline Following the #WojBomb: Suns Too

A Woj bomb is a breaking report released by Adrian Wojnarowski, an NBA insider. The report often comes out of nowhere.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Nov/16/2020

New Orleans Pelicans vs. LA Clippers Betting Odds - August 1

New Orleans Pelicans vs. LA Clippers Betting Odds - August 1

The New Orleans Pelicans vs. LA Clippers game Saturday starts at 6 pm ET and features a line of Clippers -5.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Aug/01/2020

Quavo, Common and Famous Los Are Favorites in Celebrity Basketball Game

Quavo, Common and Famous Los Are Favorites in Celebrity Basketball Game

The Celebrity Game is one of the can't-miss nationally-televised events this weekend. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Feb/13/2020

NBA Betting – Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers

Since going with their ‘small’ lineup the Houston Rockets are 3-0.

Submitted by Payton on, Feb/06/2020

Butler Bulldogs at Villanova Wildcats Betting Preview (2020)

Butler Bulldogs at Villanova Wildcats Betting Preview (2020)

The Big East Conference is once again shaping up to be a tightly contested battle for the conference crown when the regular season comes to a close in a few months.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jan/22/2020

Basketball Betting: 2020 Summer Olympics Gold Medal Prop

There are always plenty of interesting and unique prop bets at BetOnline.ag.  I came across this wager this morning and it immediately struck me as potentially an excellent value.  The 2020 Summer Olympics might be months away but there’s no time like the present to lock in what sure looks to be an overlay price.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Oct/06/2019

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Behind The Desk - After 2024 Week 5 NFL

In this article we will talk about all things NFL that we saw from the Sportsbook point of view at BetAmapola. These weekly articles on the NFL will supplement our other content about College Football and other action on Saturday.