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Texas sports betting legend Mattress Mack lost a huge bet on the 2023 World Series winner.

Texas Sports Betting Legend 'Mattress Mack' Lost $7.9 Million After Astros Failed to Make 2023 World Series

Wednesday 25 October 09:25 EDT

Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale has long been a Texas sports betting legend. Over the years, the Houston-area furniture store owner has garnered a cult following for the massive wagers he […]
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Texas sports betting initiatives could be put on hold to make room for more flexible casino gaming laws.

Will Casino Industry Expansion Come Before the Legalization of Texas Sports Betting?

Thursday 05 October - 07:52 EDT

For some time, the fates of Texas sports betting and the expansion of The Lone Star State’s casino...
Is religion prohibiting the legalization of Texas sports betting?

Is Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick's Religious Ties Impeding Texas Sports Betting?

Thursday 14 September - 07:38 EDT

For so long, the future of Texas sports betting has been painted as a rather simple issue. Sure, var...
Certain officials will not support Texas sports betting because the state’s pro franchises are apparently too liberal.

Are Pro Sports Teams Actually Hurting The Quest for Texas Sports Betting?

Tuesday 05 September - 07:12 EDT

Professional franchises have openly expressed their support for Texas sports betting over the past f...
What are the biggest factors that hold back Texas sports betting?

The Biggest Factors Working Against Texas Sports Betting

Monday 21 August - 06:21 EDT

Another failed attempt to legalize Texas sports betting this past winter has left many looking for w...
The region that would include Texas sports betting generated over $3 billion in revenue for the 2022 fiscal year.

Texas Sports Betting Region Generated $3.1 Billion in 2022 Gaming Revenue

Monday 14 August - 06:35 EDT

The National Indian Gaming Commission recently released their earnings report for the 2022 fiscal ye...
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones couldn't bring Texas sports betting pat the finish line.

Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Tried Selling Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick on Texas Sports Betting

Tuesday 20 June - 06:49 EDT

The fallout from another failed attempt to legalize Texas sports betting continues to trickle out ...
After falling short in 2023, will Texas sports betting succeed in 2025?

Will Texas Sports Betting be Legalized by 2025?

Tuesday 13 June - 06:20 EDT

Now that the latest Texas sports betting bill has officially flopped, the discussion must shift to w...
Texas sports betting faces yet another hurdle on road to legalization.

Texas Sports Betting Faces Another Hurdle on Road to Legalization

Thursday 08 June - 19:23 EDT

And just like that, another roadblock to Texas sports betting has bubbled to the surface. This is, o...
A gaming facility has angered Texas sports betting opponents by declaring themselves a casino.

Naskila Gaming is Trying to Reach Texas Sports Betting Enthusiasts

Thursday 08 June - 19:23 EDT

With sports betting in Texas on hold until at least next year, one tribal gaming facility is using t...

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