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Without Legal Sports Betting for Super Bowl, Missouri Potentially Missed Out on Millions of Dollars
2023/02/15
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs picked up a huge victory over the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII. It was a matchup that, according to multiple estimates, prompted Americans to legally wager more than $16 billion. And yet, because they remain without legal sports betting, Missouri won't see a single cent of that windfall. In the […]
Despite History of World Series Wagering, 'Mattress Mack' Opposes 2023 Texas Sports Betting Bill
2023/02/14
If you've spent any time poking around the sports betting space, you probably know of Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale. For the uninitiated, Mr. McIngvale is a furniture tycoon operating predominantly out of Texas. However, throughout the United States, he is best known for placing multi-million bets on the World Series to help cover bargain sales promotions […]
Florida Sports Betting Timeline Could be Delayed Until After 2026
2023/02/14
As things currently stand, the battle over legal sports betting in Florida has no end in sight. Though the U.S. Court of Appeals has heard and read arguments from both sides, no timeline for a decision has been set. And even when one comes, there's no guarantee the matter is officially free from litigation. In […]
California Casinos Think Voters Don't Want Legal Online Sports Betting
2023/02/10
Through all the hemming and hawing and bickering over the future of online sports betting in California, prevailing sentiment has always defaulted to inevitability. There will eventually be legal online sports betting, because there just has to be. California is the largest sports market in the United States. Billions of dollars every year are being left on the […]
Idaho is Losing Super Bowl Sports Betting Revenue to Surrounding States and Online Bookies
2023/02/10
While more than half of the states in the USA are about to reap the benefits from betting on the 2023 Super Bowl, Idaho will be among the handful that won't see a single solitary cent. And given how much Super Bowl sports betting revenue is at stake, this will be seen as a missed opportunity that […]
Kentucky Sports Betting Bill Introduced During 2023 Legislative Sessions
2023/02/09
The latest round of Kentucky legislative sessions began on February 7, and as expected, sports betting was among the most pressing items on the docket. In fact, officials wasted little time introducing the latest Kentucky sports betting bill, which sets the stage for an incredibly pivotal debate. Some will be inclined to infer a collective stance on legal wagering […]
New 2023 Texas Sports Betting Bill Is Officially Unveiled
2023/02/08
The latest push to legalize sports betting in Texas is officially moving forward. And though this news is not unexpected, it does come with a twist: The 2023 Texas sports betting bill has some new, and unlikely, supporters behind it. And not only that, but the proposal represents a somewhat stark departure from the last measure. […]
Nebraska Sports Betting is Officially Legal...But You Can't Place Any Wagers
2023/02/07
At long last, sports betting in Nebraska is officially legal. But here's the catch: The state still isn't equipped to accept any wagers. And what's more, they don't have a concrete date for when that will change. Confused? You're not alone. Mass confusion is the default status quo for Nebraska sports betting. Many who are reading […]
Expert: Don't Expect Legal Florida Sports Betting Before 2025
2023/02/07
As we consider all outcomes to the ongoing issue of betting on sports in Florida, it might be time we brace ourselves for the worst possible resolution turning into the most likely one. That nightmare scenario? Legal Florida sports betting failing to return before 2025. To be sure, this is not by far and away […]
Online Sportsbooks are Saving Money After California Sports Betting Failure
2023/02/03
When the push to legalize sports betting in California failed this past November, it was seen as a gigantic loss for all the primary stakeholders. Tribes in the state would not be able to diversify their gaming revenue streams. California itself would be missing out on millions upon millions in tax revenue. And, of course, […]
Best Daytona 500 Betting Sites & Promos for 2027
2023/01/31
Top Daytona 500 sportsbooks compared 2027 Choosing the right sportsbook can affect the Daytona 500 odds, markets, promotions, and payment options available to you. The best online betting sites cover more than the outright race winner, with markets such as driver matchups, top-five and top-ten finishes, props, and live betting. Below, we rank the top […]
Best Miss Universe Betting Sites 2026
2023/01/31
Miss universe betting tips Miss Universe betting will reward those players who invest in knowledge of the pageant's competitive history. The most successful Miss Universe bettors approach the pageant with a research framework rather than betting on name recognition alone. Learn and follow the six tips listed below, and it will enhance your Miss Universe […]
Massachusetts Online Sports Betting Has a 2023 Rollout Date...Sort Of
2023/01/27
For all we know about legal online sports betting in Massachusetts, there is one thing about which we've remained in the dark: its rollout date. The state has taken their time in determining one. It's a unique approach. Many other states have pinpointed a date months in advance, including the recently opened-for-business Ohio. Yet, Massachusetts online sports […]
California, Texas and Florida Having Huge Impact on United States Sports Betting Access
2023/01/27
Back in 2018, the United States overturned the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, a law from 1992 that essentially prohibited sports betting across the country. This opened the door for every state to decide, on its own, whether to legalize wagers on sporting events. Since then, United States sports betting access has increased tenfold. Heading […]
Texas Sports Betting Takes Minor Hit at Start of 2023 Legislative Sessions
2023/01/27
Recently, the legalization of sports wagering in Texas has been deemed a formality by many state officials and, more importantly, plenty of industry experts. While optimism surrounding the future of Texas sports betting in the past, this latest sentiment felt...different. The tone with which residents and state legislators discuss the matter has noticeably changed. More government officials […]
Nebraska Sports Betting Bill Allows Wagering on College Football Games
2023/01/26
For so long, the launch of sports betting in Nebraska has been a frustrating subject. Though the state signed a Nebraska sports betting bill into law nearly two years ago, back in May 2021, the rollout has yet to take effect. And spoiler alert: Nothing has changed. Well, except for the terms under which Nebraska will be […]
Could State Officials Face Pressure to Finally Address Idaho Legal Sports Betting in 2023?
2023/01/26
The wait for sports betting in Idaho seems never-ending. Entering the 2023 calendar year, this wasn't supposed to change. But as the rest of the United States increasingly warms up to legal gambling, the Gem State suddenly sticks out like a sore thumb. And with 2023 legislative sessions officially underway, a recent development elsewhere has […]
Florida Sports Betting Battle Could Cost State "Billions" of Dollars
2023/01/26
Every new update on the Florida sports betting battle invariably ends with the same kicker: We must remain in wait-and-see mode as the long litigation process plays out. The latest development, though, is a little bit different—and not in a good way. Experts are starting to take stock of the financial fallout now that betting on sports […]
New 2023 Missouri Sports Betting Bill Generating Some Optimism
2023/01/26
Could 2023 be the year a Missouri sports betting bill finally breaks through? Many are thinking it might just be. With the Show-Me State's 2023 legislative meetings now underway, members of the House and Senate have started the process of haggling over the future of sports wagering in Missouri. It is a process everyone involved is […]
Lawmakers Preparing to Re-Introduce Georgia Sports Betting Bill in 2023
2023/01/23
Now that we're firmly into the 2023 calendar year, legislative sessions throughout the United States are beginning to get underway. And after months of wondering whether the Georgia legislative meetings would address sports betting at all, we now have our answer: Lawmakers are preparing to re-introduce another Georgia sports betting bill sometime during these sessions. […]
Kansas Sports Betting Revenue Reportedly Doubles Yet Again
2023/01/20
Since launching this past September, legal sports betting in Kansas has exceeded initial expectations and then some. That didn't change in December, either. Kansas sports betting revenue closed the year by doubling its profit from the previous month. The state released these latest tax revenue findings on January 19. Previously, Kansas sports betting revenue tripled between […]
The Fate of South Carolina Sports Betting May Hinge on College Football
2023/01/20
If 2023 is the year sports betting gets legalized in South Carolina, it will probably be because the state finally found a common ground on how they will treat gambling on college football. Phrased another way: The fate of South Carolina sports betting in 2023 and beyond may hinge on college football altogether. To be sure, there are […]
Governor Kevin Stitt Clears Up Stance on Legal Oklahoma Sports Betting
2023/01/20
Confusion continues to permeate the future of Oklahoma sports betting. One minute, it seems like the state is making progress towards full-fledged legalization. The next minute, they're not even discussing the subject, and we're all questioning whether the key power players involved even want to entertain an expansion of gaming laws. Sometimes, it would just […]
Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Explains Benefits of Texas Legal Sports Betting
2023/01/20
As the push for legal sports betting in Texas continues to unfold at full force, professional sports franchises are starting to take it upon themselves to lay out the pros of bringing gambling to the Lone Star State. Not surprisingly, no one has been as vocal about the benefit of Texas legal sports betting as Dallas […]
Lawmakers Seem to Favor Missouri Legal Sports Betting Entering 2023
2022/12/19
After Missouri sports betting failed to pass through the 2022 general assembly meetings, many prominent officials are trying to ensure it becomes more of a priority at the next round of discussions. In fact, we'd go as far as saying most lawmakers seem to favor Missouri legal sports betting entering 2023. Does this widespread support […]
WynnBet Unanimously Becomes First Licensed Massachusetts Online Sportsbook
2022/12/19
The first on-site sports betting license in Massachusetts was recently awarded the Encore Boston Harbor casino. Now, a few weeks later, WynnBet has unanimously become the first licensed Massachusetts online sportsbook. This decision comes in advance of the busiest gambling season throughout the United States. Sportsbooks—and the states who license them—are in line to make a […]
Kansas Sports Betting Revenue Tripled in the Month of November
2022/12/19
It's officially safe to say the legalization of sports betting in Kansas has been a resounding success. You could have already said, of course. But the statement is undeniable after Kansas sports betting revenue reportedly tripled during the month of November. The Kansas State Lottery—which oversees sports gambling integration, operation and compliance—recently released their earning report […]
Nebraska Sports Betting Launch Could be Delayed Until 2024
2022/12/14
One of these days, the latest news for legal sports betting in Nebraska will include a definitive timeline for its rollout. Unfortunately, today is not that day. On the contrary, it actually looks like the Nebraska sports betting launch won't be taking place until sometime in 2024. This doesn't technically qualify as a delay. Nebraska signed a […]
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear Renews Push for Legal Sports Betting
2022/12/14
Prior to the 2022 November elections, Kentucky governor Andy Beshear reiterated his "100 percent" support of legal sports betting coming to the Bluegrass State. Now, less than two months later, he's doing it again. And this time, his support includes a more definitive plan of action. Will the Kentucky governor's latest push wind up meaning anything as […]
California Tribes Still Do Not Want Online Sportsbooks Operating Independently within State
2022/12/14
Weeks after both California sports betting measures failed, it seems that the state's tribes are willing to consider working with commercial online sportsbooks on a joint proposal for the next round of legislative sessions. The catch? California tribes still do not want online sportsbooks operating as independent entities. Instead, they view them as a vehicle that can provide […]
What Potential Sale of Magic City Casino Means for Sports Betting in Florida
2022/12/14
As the battle for the legalization of Florida sports betting rages into 2023, experts are parsing every little detail and decision to see how it might sway the ongoing litigation. This includes the potential sale of Magic City Casino, which is located in Miami. While it doesn't seem to be significant at first glance, it turns out […]
Is Support for Sports Betting in Minnesota on the Decline?
2022/12/14
For so long, the legalization of sports betting throughout Minnesota has felt fait accompli. Sure, it might not happen right away. But the state came close to squeezing a gambling measure onto their 2022 election ballot. That type of interest doesn't just disappear—unless, of course, support for sports betting in Minnesota is for some reason on […]
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt Defends the State's Gaming Compacts with Small Tribes
2022/12/13
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has taken official action against the gaming compacts he signed with four small tribes back in 2020. The move comes more than two years after he negotiated highly controversial terms. And for the time being, it leaves the matter of betting on sports in Oklahoma facing more questions than answers. According […]
Legal Sports Betting in Alabama May Need a Push from Other States
2022/12/13
It is hard to come by optimistic outlooks for the legalization of sports betting in Alabama these days. Not only has the state punted on the opportunity to approve some form of sports gambling on numerous previous occasions, but they haven't shown much of an inclination to change over the years. As it stands, in […]
Is Texas Sports Betting Suddenly on the Fast Track to Legalization?
2022/12/13
After years of the state holding out, could Texas sports betting suddenly be on the fast track toward legalization? Some experts within the industry are beginning to think so. This should of course be taken with a metric ton of salt. There has been optimism surrounding sports betting in Texas before only to see the […]
Idaho State Congress Still Not Moving Forward with Any Legal Sports Betting Plans
2022/12/10
Entering 2023, legislation to legalize sports betting in Idaho continues to elude the Gem State. By this point, it makes them an anomaly. More than half of the United States has already legalized sports betting, and even more states have at least proposed bills that would do so. Idaho has done neither. And as the USA […]
Will Georgia Sports Betting be a Topic at 2023 State Legislature Meetings?
2022/12/10
Most industry experts don't feel great about the imminent chances of Georgia sports betting. And quite frankly, we can't blame them. The tenor of this discussion would be drastically different if Democrat nominee Stacey Abrams had won her bid to be the state's governor in November. But while she bagged a larger share of votes than […]
The First Massachusetts Sports Betting License Has Been Given Out
2022/12/10
Another big step has been toward the rollout of legal sports betting in Massachusetts. And it's one gambling enthusiasts should legitimately celebrate. The first Massachusetts sports betting license has officially been approved. Encore Boston Harbor, a hotel and casino in Boston, is the first operator to be granted a sportsbook license. Their application was unanimously approved […]
Ohio Sports Betting Launch Expected to be Financial Boon for Small Businesses
2022/12/10
The long awaited, highly anticipated launch of legal sports betting in Ohio is almost upon us. The state will open access to their residents on January 1—almost without restriction. Everything from in-person wagering to online sports betting to kiosks is expected to be up and running. And you better believe the full scale Ohio sports betting […]
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly Reconsidering Online Sports Betting Position
2022/12/10
At this very moment, you can legally participate in Kansas online sports betting. Apparently, though, that may not always be the case. Because as it turns out, Kansas governor Laura Kelly is reconsidering her online sports betting position. This represents a stark departure from Governor Kelly's initial stance. She was previously one of the state's […]
Sportsbooks are 'Bombarding' Social Media Users with Ads Ahead of Ohio Sports Betting Launch
2022/12/08
With the start of legal sports betting in Ohio scheduled for January 1, companies are ramping up their efforts to reel in new customers. While this last-minute push was not unexpected, it has apparently taken the state by surprise. In fact, social media users are claiming to be "bombarded" with ads ahead of the Ohio sports […]
Will Wisconsin Online Sports Betting Ever be Legalized?
2022/12/08
It took a while for sports gambling in Wisconsin to be legalized. The federal government awarded states final say over their gambling laws back in 2018, and America's Dailyland didn't unveil their first sports betting operation until almost 2022. When they did, Wisconsin online sports betting wasn't part of the equation. Over one year later, nothing has […]
House of Representatives in South Carolina Scheduled to Discuss Legal Sports Betting
2022/12/08
After rejecting the idea at previous turns, could legal sports betting come to South Carolina in 2023? Some version of that question permeated the public discourse ever since the subject failed to gain traction in 2021 and 2022. And while we have no assurances that things will be different next, we do at least know […]
Ohio Sports Betting on Pace to Set Record for Opening-Year Revenue
2022/12/07
Could Ohio sports betting break the record for revenue generated outside of New York in the first year of legal gambling? Experts aren't ruling it out. On the contrary, they're actively predicting it. As of January 1, Ohio sports betting is officially live. And the folks over at PlayOhio.com have crunched the numbers, and they […]
Senator Greg Albritton May Have Laid Blueprint for Legal Alabama Sports Betting
2022/12/07
The future of betting on sports in Alabama has consistently been painted in bleak colors. It isn't just that they have failed to join the growing list of states to legalize gambling. They don't even appear committed to making the discussion a priority. As Jill R. Dorson recently noted for Sports Handle, the Crimson State […]
BetFanatics Facing Obstacles in Attempt to Secure Massachusetts Sports Betting License
2022/12/07
The rollout of legal sports betting in Massachusetts continues to suffer from twists and turns. The latest drama? Whether BetFanatics will be able to secure a Massachusetts sports betting license. This hemming and hawing over BetFanatics' application have caught many by surprise. All major operators were considered shoo-ins to join the growing, albeit still limited, […]
Prominent Lobbyist Says California Sports Betting Proposals Need Overhaul by 2024
2022/12/07
If the green light is going to be given to California sports wagering during the 2024 elections, there needs to be major headway made when re-orienting the next round of legal gambling initiatives. Put another way: The future of California sports betting proposals is tightly tethered to opposing sides finding a middle ground—or one of them […]
Federal Lawyers Ask Appeals Court to Reverse Florida Sports Betting Decision
2022/12/07
At long last, the battle over Florida sports betting appears headed for a decision. After months of hemming and hawing, arguments are finally being heard by a Federal appeals court over the future of legal sports betting throughout Florida. Though no decision is imminent, and no outcome is guaranteed, the mere beginning of these proceedings […]
Lawmakers Making Aggressive Push for Texas Legal Sports Betting in 2023
2022/12/07
Over the past year or so, there have been a growing number of signs that betting on sports in Texas is becoming a seriously urgent priority for lawmakers. More and more officials have spoken out in support of it, and there have been extra efforts from invested parties to lobby the benefits of its implementation. […]
Calls for Stricter Wisconsin Sports Betting Policies are Growing Louder in 2023
2022/12/07
Though legal sports betting throughout Wisconsin has now been live for over a year, the state is still facing a slew of questions about the future of gambling. Some of these issues are more basic. For instance, everyone wants to know whether Wisconsin sports betting will branch out to online wagering or if the state […]
The Outlook for Minnesota Legal Sports Betting in 2023 Isn't Great
2022/12/07
Shortly after the November 2022 elections, it looked like Minnesota sports betting support was on the decline. Granted, this was speculative. Multiple polls suggested the sentiment on gambling was shifting toward the negative end of the spectrum. But we didn't know whether these samples accurately represented Minnesota's legal sports betting views. Now that we're officially […]
Tribal Leaders Prepared to Play Hardball in 2023 California Sports Betting Negotiations
2022/12/07
It feels like forever ago that legal sports betting in California were considered a formality. In reality, only a couple of months have passed since that. As recently as October, California sports betting has been deemed a lock. Voters would approve it in November, and it would be rolled out by the end of 2023, […]
The Push to Legalize Kentucky Sports Betting Already Running Out of Time in 2023
2022/12/07
Could 2023 be the year the push to legalize Kentucky sports betting is finally successful? Don't, ahem, bet on it. Recent reports paint a bleak picture of the future of sports wagering in Kentucky. These developments will end up catching a lot of people off-guard. And we can't blame them in the slightest. Indeed, Kentucky has […]
Sports Betting Sites Pushing Harder Than Ever for Legalization in Texas
2022/12/07
How serious are sports betting sites about finally cracking the Texas market? So serious, a group of them are starting to work together. The Texas Sports Betting Alliance is a unique coalition of sites that have teamed up to advocate for sports betting across Texas. The group is made up of such heavyweights as DraftKings and even […]
The Real Reason The 2022 California Online Sports Betting Bill Failed
2022/12/07
It has been roughly one month since both bills that would have legalized sports betting in California were thoroughly quashed by voters at the polls. And in that time, the focus has shifted to what went wrong and how a similar fate can be avoided next time. This has prompted some revelatory discoveries—including the allegedly […]
Why Did Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Ever Sign The State's Controversial Gaming Compact?
2022/12/07
At a time when the status of wagering on sports in Florida remains gridlocked, everyone from industry experts to the state's voters are searching for answers. And they don't just want to know about the hold up in the process. They want to know why and how we arrived here in the first place. This, in […]
Bet on NBA Rookie of the Year 2026/27
2022/12/04
Past NBA Rookie of the Year award winners Season Winner Team 2025-2026 Cooper Flagg Dallas Mavericks 2024-2025 Stephon Castle San Antonio Spurs 2023-2024 Victor Wembanyama San Antonio Spurs 2022-2023 Paolo Banchero Orlando Magic 2021-2022 Scottie Barnes Toronto Raptors 2020-2021 LaMelo Ball Charlotte Hornets 2019-2020 Ja Morant Memphis Grizzlies 2018-2019 Luka Dončić Dallas Mavericks 2017-2018 Ben […]
Hawaii Top Online Sportsbooks in 2026
2022/12/01
Hawaii maintains a strict anti-gambling stance, prohibiting all forms of sports betting. The Aloha State's pristine image and tourism-focused economy contribute to resistance against gambling expansion. Despite occasional legislative proposals, widespread legalization seems unlikely in the near future. Hawaii's isolation and culture present unique challenges for potential sports betting implementation, leaving residents with no legal wagering options within the state.
Some Ohio Sports Betting Kiosks Won't be Open in Time for January 1 Launch
2022/11/30
When legal sports betting in Ohio launches on January 1, the list of places at which you can submit wagers will be incomplete. Due to some 11th-hour complications, some Ohio sports betting kiosks won't be up and running in time for the New Year. This setback does not impact all sports betting kiosks. Pretty much […]
MGM Casino Almost Missed Out on Massachusetts Sports Betting License
2022/11/30
When legal sports betting in Massachusetts opens for business, it will include a sportsbook launch at MGM Springfield, an MGM Resorts International-owned casino in the state. However, for a short time, this didn't appear to be the case. The MGM Springfield almost lost their Massachusetts sports betting license before they ever had the chance to officially […]
