BetMGM Secures Key Entry into Missouri Sports Betting Market 2b4f43

BetMGM has taken a major step toward expanding its U.S. footprint by securing market access in Missouri through a new partnership with Century Casinos. With the state set to launch regulated sports betting on December 1, BetMGM s a growing list of operators preparing to enter the Show-Me State. The agreement gives BetMGM — a t venture between MGM Resorts International and UK-based gaming giant Entain — the green light to operate its online sportsbook in Missouri. This move comes 71827

Tennessee Sports Betting Handle Rises 21.7% Year-on-Year in April 4wn2v

Tennessee’s sports betting market saw a solid uptick in April 2025, recording a 21.7% increase in total gross handle compared to the same month last year. Bettors in the Volunteer State staked $463.6 million during the month, significantly up from $380.9 million in April 2024, according to data from the Tennessee Sports Wagering Council. However, April’s numbers reflect a slowdown from March’s performance, when the handle reached $548.6 million. That’s a 15.5% month-over-month decline, a dip that’s likely influenced by

NBA and WNBA Picks and Parlays – May 26 – 27: Thunder and Pacers to Cover the Spread on the Road 2x5l4b

There is no time to rest, as the newest edition of our NBA and WNBA picks and parlays is ready. With the Conference Finals down three games, both the Thunder and the Pacers have a 2-1 lead. OKC used their home field to get to a commanding lead, while the Pacers went to MSG and dominated. Unfortunately, both teams were not able to make it 3-0, so the Wolves and the Knicks still have a chance to come back from

NBA and WNBA Picks and Parlays for May 22 – 23: Back the Pacers and OKC to Cover the Spread 4d6i56

With the Conference Finals already well underway, we are eagerly expecting Game 2 of both series to continue in the same dramatic fashion. Thunder completely dismantled the Timberwolves at home in Game 1, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finally being given his MVP trophy. Our expert pick for the next game is that OKC will seize the moment and cover the spread once again. On the other side in the East, Indiana mounted a huge comeback in the dying moments of the

PrizePicks Lands Partnership with World Series Champions Houston Astros 4ie6f

PrizePicks has significantly expanded its Major League Baseball presence by securing a partnership with the Houston Astros, becoming the official daily fantasy sports (DFS) partner of the 2022 World Series champions. This strategic move strengthens the operator's foothold in Texas, one of the largest untapped sports betting markets in the country. The agreement arrives just one month after PrizePicks renewed its longstanding partnership with the Atlanta Braves through 2028, signaling the company's aggressive pursuit of baseball partnerships across markets where

NBA Playoff Picks and Parlays – May 20 – 21: Timberwolves vs. OKC’s Low Scoring Affair u564x

At the start of the playoffs, nobody in their right mind would have expected these four teams in the Conference Finals. The Knicks and the Pacers in the East, and the Timberwolves in the West, have been seen as worthy contenders, but never as potential teams competing for the title, with the Thunder being the only team that met their expectations. As things stand, the Timberwolves vs. OKC is our Western Conference final, which could arguably be labeled as the

Underdog Fantasy Relaunches DFS Contests in New York After $17.5M Settlement 4x16z

Underdog Fantasy has made a surprise return to New York’s daily fantasy sports (DFS) market, relaunching its draft-style contests just two months after withdrawing due to regulatory disputes. The comeback follows a $17.5 million settlement with the New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC), which had previously ruled the operator non-compliant with state DFS laws. 🚨 ATTENTION 🚨Draft games are back in New York 🗽— Underdog Drafts (@UnderdogDrafts) May 15, 2025   A Sudden Exit and Unexpected Return Underdog Fantasy abruptly

Nearly $1B Wagered, But Low Win Rate Dents Ohio Betting Revenue 6g2469

Ohio bettors wagered a staggering $991.9 million in March 2025, making it the fourth-highest monthly handle in state history. Despite this massive volume, Ohio betting revenue reached just $66.5 million, as operators reported a win rate of only 6.70% - the second-lowest ever recorded in the Buckeye State. This isn’t an isolated case. Across the U.S., many sportsbooks experienced low win rates in March, particularly during the NCAA basketball tournaments. Analysts point to a lack of major upsets in March

NBA Playoff Picks and Parlays (May 16 – 18): Celtics and OKC to Cover the Spread 676q51

Both the Nuggets and the Celtics managed to keep their series alive after going victoriously through must-win games. The Nuggets pushed the series to Game 7, but will have to try to deliver a decisive blow on the road, where they are arguably much weaker. The two MVP candidates, SGA and Nikola Jokic, are both playing like world-beaters, so we can expect a thriller ending to the series in the 405. Meanwhile, the Celtics have an impossible task in front

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