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Is it a Myth that the House Always Wins?

The casino industry is plagued with several myths and misconceptions. Rumors and misinformation are often spread regarding many aspects of gambling, with many simply not true or accurate. Perhaps the biggest of them is that the house always wins. Indeed, research carried out by The Wall Street Journal in 2013 had found that just 13.5% […] The post Is it a Myth that the House Always Wins? appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/RSuMNrb via IFTTT

Upcoming Major Sporting Events to Bet On

Now that basketball season is officially over (OKC Thunder won the Finals series in 7 games), we look forward to the events that gets sports bettors to submit tickets. Basketball is a distant second to football as far as betting is concerned but sportsbook will miss the action. Less action at sportsbooks also means less […] The post Upcoming Major Sporting Events to Bet On appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/rUdOzj7 via IFTTT

Common Mistakes Sports Bettors Should Avoid

Sports betting isn’t easy. If it was, sports bettors everywhere would quit their day jobs and live the sweet life betting on everything from the NBA and NFL to table tennis and cricket. If it was easy though, sportsbooks everywhere would go bankrupt, and the industry would eventually disappear. While the average bettor typically loses […] The post Common Mistakes Sports Bettors Should Avoid appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/q78dT93 via IFTTT

Is Jon Jones’ GOAT Status Crumbling for Ducking Tom Aspinall?

Thirty-seven-year-old American Jon Jones is the current UFC heavyweight champion. The native of Rochester, N.Y., was a former light heavyweight ‘beast’ before ascending to the heavyweights. While he has become, without question, one of the greatest mixed martial artists in the history of the sport, controversy has chased (and caught) him many times in his […] The post Is Jon Jones’ GOAT Status Crumbling for Ducking Tom Aspinall? appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/CI3mX4x via IFTTT

Action Pouring in on Exciting NBA Finals Game 7

Game, set and match. The 2025 edition of the NBA finals has been an exciting one… not for game ending buzzer beaters, but more because of the back-and-forth nature of the series. In fact, with the exception of game 1, no game has been closer than 7 points. The series is tied at 3 games […] The post Action Pouring in on Exciting NBA Finals Game 7 appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/FmaIr7E via IFTTT

Betting NFL Double-Digit Win Totals

It will be Year 5 of the NFL’s 17-game schedule. That schedule has had some impact on betting double-digit win totals. Beginning in 1990, there were roughly six teams per season with a win total of 10 or higher.  When the NFL went to 17 games in 2021, that number jumped. In the first season […] The post Betting NFL Double-Digit Win Totals appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/KIu8l2Q via IFTTT

How to Use Bonus Bets

Bonus bets from your sportsbook are great. You might get some bonus bets for signing up to a new online sportsbook or as the result of some other promotion. However you obtain the bonus bets, the key is knowing how to best use them. Too often, bettors just let their free bets rip with zero […] The post How to Use Bonus Bets appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/j7vGs36 via IFTTT

How the Hot Hand Rises in March Madness

Most sports fans hold the idea of a hot streak in high regard for almost every live sporting event. After all, gaining momentum in most competitions usually translates to dominating control of the game. However, it seems to be quite revered by fans of March Madness and in this case, it is popularly known as […] The post How the Hot Hand Rises in March Madness appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/5gTrfFq via IFTTT

Can the Rockies be Profitable Despite Worst MLB Record in History?

We live in a society where you are rewarded for success. If you do something outstanding at your job, then you usually make more money. This is not always the case in the sports world. Case in point, the 2025 Colorado Rockies are off to the worst start in MLB’s modern era. They went 8-42 […] The post Can the Rockies be Profitable Despite Worst MLB Record in History? appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/BlWdYbA via IFTTT

Spammy Emails from A+ Rated Sportsbook Reported

Apparently, something is broken at SportsBetting.ag – or at the very least a toggle is turned on and hasn’t been turned off on the backend of their email marketing software. We have received a dozen complaints about people receiving the same exact email from SportsBetting.ag every single day of the week. Despite them reaching out, […] The post Spammy Emails from A+ Rated Sportsbook Reported appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/Nv1Ar7h via IFTTT

Sports Betting History – The Sports Betting Pager

Back in the 1980’s & 1990’s, pagers (or beepers) were all the rage. Before everyone had a cell phone in their hands, people would have a pager attached to their hip. Usually, they had it clipped onto their belt or pants pocket. If someone wanted to get in contact with you, they would dial your […] The post Sports Betting History – The Sports Betting Pager appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/PNnJhWi via IFTTT

Is Ian Machado Garry the Next Conor McGregor?

Twenty-seven-year-old Irish mixed martial artist Ian David Machado Garry competes in the UFC’s welterweight division. As of this late-April writing, he is 16-1-0 (seven knockouts) in UFC fights and ranked sixth in the division. Garry was a winner (via decision) against Carlos Prates (21-7-0) at Kansas City this past Saturday evening. As Garry is an […] The post Is Ian Machado Garry the Next Conor McGregor? appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/IyfRE4j via IFTTT

Top Five NHL Stadiums

Hockey fans know them by heart. Boston Garden, Chicago Stadium, the Olympia in Detroit, New York’s first Madison Square Garden, Montreal’s Forum, and Maple Leaf Gardens.  They were iconic venues of the Original Six teams in the National Hockey League. Each had a feeling all its own, complete with rabid fans who gave their side […] The post Top Five NHL Stadiums appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/iZ2n9m6 via IFTTT

The Five Biggest Upsets in NHL Playoff History

NHL’s Wildest Underdog Stories There aren’t many sporting scenarios as competitive and compelling as the NHL’s Stanley Cup playoffs. Space on the ice isn’t much, and each player (even the goalies) has to keep their heads on a swivel because there’s always a guy wearing the other jersey right next to them.  What is making […] The post The Five Biggest Upsets in NHL Playoff History appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/St2jc91 via IFTTT

Three Unforgettable NBA Playoff Moments

If you’re a fan of the NBA in general and the NBA playoffs in particular, chances are you can recite many of the best moments in the history of the postseason. It’s no surprise that every team can point to game- and/or series-changing plays, whether they’ve been on the right or “wrong” side of circumstance.  […] The post Three Unforgettable NBA Playoff Moments appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/xeBzjXT via IFTTT

March Madness 2025 Betting – Public Beats the Books

After the Super Bowl, March Madness is the biggest sports betting event of any given calendar year. This year, the American Gaming Association (AGA) projected that roughly $3.1 billion would be wagered legally on the 2025 NCAA men’s basketball tournament.  The problem with obtaining solid numbers is that most states in the U.S. do not […] The post March Madness 2025 Betting – Public Beats the Books appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/zTrulvE via IFTTT

Why Sportsbooks Will Be Rooting Against the Lakers in the Postseason

The NBA playoffs tip off Saturday. You can still get into the futures market and wager on the NBA champion. Plenty of NBA bettors are doing just that and one might think those bettors are pouring their money into the defending champion Boston Celtics. Some might also think the Oklahoma City Thunder are a strong […] The post Why Sportsbooks Will Be Rooting Against the Lakers in the Postseason appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/UXcv6Ft via IFTTT

MLB Betting: What Happens When the Starting Pitcher Changes?

Garrett Crochet was listed as the starting pitcher for the Boston Red Sox in a home game against the Toronto Blue Jays early in April of the 2025 season. Jose Berrios was the expected starter for the Blue Jays. With the Red Sox playing at home and with Crochet on the mound, Boston was a […] The post MLB Betting: What Happens When the Starting Pitcher Changes? appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/AQFeGjD via IFTTT

Navigating the Transition for Sports Enthusiasts into Online Gaming

Venturing into online pokies can be an exciting shift for sports enthusiasts used to the strategic depth of betting. This exploration invites you to embrace a new kind of thrill, one defined by chance rather than skill. As you delve into this realm, it’s essential to recognize the fundamental differences that set these experiences apart […] The post Navigating the Transition for Sports Enthusiasts into Online Gaming appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/NpPAO40 via IFTTT

2025 Final Four by the Numbers

The 2025 Final Four gets underway on Saturday with the national semifinals. Four teams will be whittled down to two which will play on Monday night for the national championship. Then, there will be just one. With all of these numbers in play, let’s take a look at the 2025 Final Four by the numbers. […] The post 2025 Final Four by the Numbers appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/OSBAblv via IFTTT

Florida Fan Stands to Win $168K If Duke Wins Tourney

If Florida and Duke win their respective national semifinal games on Saturday, that would set up an interesting situation for one very excited bettor. “Thousand Dolla Bill” is the college nickname of a 45-year-old sports bettor who hails from St. Augustine, Florida.  Bill, and several of his family members, graduated from the University of Florida. […] The post Florida Fan Stands to Win $168K If Duke Wins Tourney appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/g715DnT via IFTTT

Final Four Preview – Lines and Leans

Saturday at 6pm EST will be game one of the 2025 March Madness Final Four series. Game 2 will go later that night at roughly 9pm EST. In this article we will go over the lines, leans, and public betting action. All four remaining teams are on the Kenpom’s top 10 best teams using their […] The post Final Four Preview – Lines and Leans appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/lf2EUcY via IFTTT

How to Win More Early Season MLB Bets

The 2025 MLB regular season is off and running. If you are looking to start out the new season making successful wagers, it pays to know exactly what you are getting yourself into. Betting baseball in April and even May is a little different than doing so in June, July, and August. The smart MLB […] The post How to Win More Early Season MLB Bets appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/98BxV1M via IFTTT

NCAA Lobbies to Ban Player Props

There have been a series of instances where college players have been caught up in betting scandals in recent years. Like the one at the University of Texas most recently where two football players were found to have bet on player props. These props have become popular with many folks in the betting community. The […] The post NCAA Lobbies to Ban Player Props appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/gjXV2YN via IFTTT

How to Bet on Sports Right From Your Mobile Device

Betting on sports has evolved considerably over the past decade, and the most significant shift is the move from land-based betting locations and desktop websites to mobile-friendly platforms. People now have the flexibility to place wagers on their favorite sports from anywhere, so long as they have a reliable smartphone or tablet with an internet […] The post How to Bet on Sports Right From Your Mobile Device appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/6DsVYbh via IFTTT

Two University of Texas Players Involved in Sports Betting Scandal

After an investigation into potential sports betting violations, the University has self-reported that five people, including two football players, wagered at a fantasy sports betting site called PrizePicks. The other individuals involved include a non-student athlete who has ties to the women’s tennis program, a student assistant and an athletic department employee. Total wagers were […] The post Two University of Texas Players Involved in Sports Betting Scandal appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/Nl7ux34 via IFTTT

Ranking the Greatest NFL Coaches of All Time

There’s no denying that the National Football League (NFL), as with other sports, is a players’ league. However, with pro football well into its second century, there’ve been many iconic NFL coaches as well. Names such as Bill Belichick, Vince Lombardi, and Don Shula. Bill Walsh, Andy Reid, George Halas, Tom Landry, Chuck Noll, and […] The post Ranking the Greatest NFL Coaches of All Time appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/y1Gd8lD via IFTTT

One Year of Sports Betting in North Carolina Generated $6B in Handle

The State of North Carolina has had licensed regulated sports betting for one year now and numbers are in. There are 8 licensed sportsbooks in North Carolina. Combined they generated $6B in handle and a take of $700M+. North Carolina taxes sportsbooks at 18%, which is the 11th highest rate in the United States. The […] The post One Year of Sports Betting in North Carolina Generated $6B in Handle appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/5bKTM4L via IFTTT

Heading to Vegas? Take Advantage of These Hidden Perks

A trip to Las Vegas is exciting. Flying out to the middle of the desert to gamble, see shows, and eat at top restaurants has become an American pastime. After a plethora of shows and movies have been made about and in Las Vegas, the public is very aware of what the city is all […] The post Heading to Vegas? Take Advantage of These Hidden Perks appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/lsMH75O via IFTTT

Sports Betting Takes a Hit in Georgia

The State of Georgia has been trying for some time to get sports betting on their books as a licensed and regulated offering. The most recent attempt fell flat on its face. On Thursday, both the amendment and bill failed to move forward to the state legislature. Republican Lt. Gov Burt Jones is famously behind […] The post Sports Betting Takes a Hit in Georgia appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/4bCTOc1 via IFTTT

2025 $200K March Madness Bracket Contest

It’s March and that can mean only one thing for most sports bettors: March Madness! Conference tournaments start t0day. These tournaments will help some teams secure their spot in the “Big Dance” and send others home. After the tournaments conclude then comes “Selection Sunday” on March 16th. This is when the entire nation finds out […] The post 2025 $200K March Madness Bracket Contest appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/v2TAo1X via IFTTT

Online vs. In-Venue Horse Betting: Which One Reigns Supreme?

Millions of fans participate in horse betting as an exhilarating traditional pastime that combines excitement with racing events. For centuries, horse betting has become essential to sporting culture through its combination of horse hooves thundering on turf and careful betting strategies. This traditional habit continues transforming into new directions that offer contemporary gamblers unprecedented betting […] The post Online vs. In-Venue Horse Betting: Which One Reigns Supreme? appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/xySKN0Z via IFTTT

Do Some Sports Gamblers Have a Sixth Sense?

Whether or not psychic phenomena are real or not has been a hotly contested debate for eons. Even in recent years, for every study that concludes there is something psychic going on there are five which find the opposite or are inconclusive. Of course, this sixth sense would come in very handy for anyone looking […] The post Do Some Sports Gamblers Have a Sixth Sense? appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/dwrCjcY via IFTTT

Why is Vermont Looking to Ban Sports Betting Just One Year After Legalizing It?

One of the newer states to enter the legal sports betting market is Vermont. In January of last year, the state finalized a bill which made sports betting legal within its borders. They approved the operation of sportsbooks owned by Fanduel, Draftkings, and Fanatics. They declined to allow other vendors to work in their territory, […] The post Why is Vermont Looking to Ban Sports Betting Just One Year After Legalizing It? appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/BNQepSh via IFTTT

The Most Iconic NHL Playoffs Games of All Time

There’s nothing quite as intense as the NHL playoffs. Leaving nothing on the ice, players don’t spare anything as they and their teams go after the Stanley Cup.  It’s no surprise many of the iconic playoff games were in the Final and needed overtime (at least one) before it was decided. Choosing the “best” of […] The post The Most Iconic NHL Playoffs Games of All Time appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/pwmPjRG via IFTTT

How to Bet the NBA After the All-Star Break

Smart sports bettors understand that betting on the NBA changes a little after the All-Star break. NBA fans, of course, were treated to their first taste of a four-team All-Star tournament. Three teams of eight NBA-All Stars plus the winning team from the NBA’s Rising Stars event played in a single-elimination tournament. The teams were […] The post How to Bet the NBA After the All-Star Break appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/bN2vwOa via IFTTT

Unintended Consequences of NBA Betting

On any given night in the NBA, New York Knicks guard Josh Hart might have 9 or 10 rebounds. Some nights he may have 7 and others he may have 12, but he averages 9.6 boards per game this season. Whether Hart grabs 9 or 10 rebounds in a game probably won’t affect the ultimate […] The post Unintended Consequences of NBA Betting appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/y7DLPSm via IFTTT

More Super Bowl 59 Props

The list of Super Bowl props gets bigger every year. This year there are literally thousands of props available on this Super Bowl and the events surrounding it. We have included a big chunk of the listed below, offered at BetOnline.ag In the Super Bowl section of their betting odds, you will find a link […] The post More Super Bowl 59 Props appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/nKVTD2Q via IFTTT

Philadelphia Eagles-Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LIX Free Picks

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Kansas City Chiefs (KC -1.5, 48.5 ) Sunday, February 9, 6:30 PM ET Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA  It all comes down to this. For the third consecutive season, the Kansas City Chiefs will represent the AFC and they match up with a familiar opponent. The Philadelphia Eagles beat the Washington Commanders […] The post Philadelphia Eagles-Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LIX Free Picks appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/FQST213 via IFTTT

Live Betting to Win More Super Bowl Bets

Live betting is the latest craze to take over the sports betting world. Not only can you bet prior to sporting events taking place, you can place bets while those events are happening. Yes, you can bet on Super Bowl LIX after the ball has been kicked off and throughout the entire game. Betting on […] The post Live Betting to Win More Super Bowl Bets appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/xmzi6or via IFTTT

$10,000 NFL Props Challenge – Free Contest

The biggest sports betting event in North America is only days away and sportsbooks are gearing up to get the most players through the door possible. Special offers to get players in the door are called “enticements”. These are either low-risk/high-reward bets or free contests (which usually require some sort of financial activity to qualify […] The post $10,000 NFL Props Challenge – Free Contest appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/dGwzxiy via IFTTT

How to Bet on the Super Bowl Champion

Another couple billion dollars will be wagered on Super Bowl 59. Many of those bets are in already. What bettors would love more than anything is to find that their bet (or bets) on the Super Bowl cashed. So, what if there was a way to predict the Super Bowl winner? Now, you can’t just […] The post How to Bet on the Super Bowl Champion appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/HEMtB5g via IFTTT

List of Super Bowl 59 Props

The history of Super Bowl prop betting? Man, it’s like a wild ride through American sports culture. It all kicked off back in the late ’80s when the Super Bowl was already this massive cultural event, but the betting aspect was mostly confined to the game’s outcome. The real turning point came in the early […] The post List of Super Bowl 59 Props appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/ZsLN2Rb via IFTTT

Special Super Bowl Bonus Offers from Everygame

The details of the big game are set. The Eagles will face the Chiefs in a rematch of the Super Bowl two years ago. The Chiefs are slight favorites at -1.5 points and the total is 49.5 To celebrate the biggest day on North American sports (and for sportsbooks) you will often see new enticements […] The post Special Super Bowl Bonus Offers from Everygame appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/Rv3lP5H via IFTTT

Las Vegas Man Places $1.3M Bet on the Chiefs

Although betting on the Chiefs to win the AFC is not a big story at all, when very large wagers come in on any game, they tend to be noticed. The $1.3M that a man threw down on the Kansas City moneyline (-130) at Caesars in Las Vegas falls into that category. If the Chiefs […] The post Las Vegas Man Places $1.3M Bet on the Chiefs appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/jZXCdBH via IFTTT

Buffalo Bills-Kansas City Chiefs AFC Championship Free Picks

Buffalo Bills @ Kansas City Chiefs (KC -2, 47.5) Sunday, January 26, 6:30 PM ET Arrowhead Stadium Can the Buffalo Bills stop Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs? It appears that oddsmakers don’t think so as they installed Kansas City as a two-point favorite in Sunday’s AFC Championship game. The Chiefs have won each of the […] The post Buffalo Bills-Kansas City Chiefs AFC Championship Free Picks appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/j3ciprq via IFTTT

Philadelphia Eagles-Washington Commanders NFC Championship Free Picks

Philadelphia Eagles @ Washington Commanders (PHI -6, 47.5) Sunday, January 26, 3:00 PM ET Lincoln Financial Field It’s the NFC Championship game. QB Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders are very familiar with their opponent, the Philadelphia Eagles. The two teams split their regular season games with the home team winning each time. The Eagles […] The post Philadelphia Eagles-Washington Commanders NFC Championship Free Picks appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/qFwmgef via IFTTT

Super Bowl 59 Look Ahead Lines

Super Bowl LIX (referred to as Super Bowl 59) is set to be the NFL’s championship game for the 2024 season, taking place on February 9, 2025, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. Here’s a look at the game and the potential point spreads. Location and Venue: This will be the 11th time […] The post Super Bowl 59 Look Ahead Lines appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/g8bXAC5 via IFTTT

AFC Championship and NFC Championship Opening Lines

The AFC and NFC Championship games are scheduled to be played on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025. The NFC Championship game will start at 3:00 PM ET and will be broadcast on FOX, followed by the AFC Championship game at 6:30 PM ET, which will be broadcast on CBS. These are the opening lines for those […] The post AFC Championship and NFC Championship Opening Lines appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/BXxmDbz via IFTTT

Why is Baltimore Favored at Buffalo?

Sports bettors waking up this morning and finding that the Ravens are slight favorites at Buffalo were perplexed. How is this possible? How is a 12-5 team favored at a 13-4 team’s home field? In actuality, the initial line was Buffalo -1.5 points but the Ravens bets have been streaming in. William Hill has Baltimore […] The post Why is Baltimore Favored at Buffalo? appeared first on Sportsbook Advisor . from Sportsbook Advisor https://ift.tt/NS7kntc via IFTTT