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Best Home Run Bets Today – MLB HR Predictions
Who will hit a home run today in the MLB? Check our best HR bets today to find out! Our experts go through the odds on any given night to discover the most valuable HR prop bets available.
They pick the best bets to hit a home run based on factors such as stats, recent trends, ballpark analysis, and more. We explain our approach in detail below, in case you want to build your own HR betting st...

Best NRFI Bets Today – No Runs First Inning Picks UPDATED DAILY
Interested in the best NRFI bets today? You’ve come to the right place since our MLB experts share their no runs first inning picks daily! We go through the odds of the top MLB betting sites to find the highest value picks for this market and bring them to you.
The table below contains our top NRFI predictions, but we also explain our reasoning for each bet and our overall strategy later in th...
NBA Summer League 2025 Predictions and Best Bets Today
As the temperatures soar, it’s time for some 2025 NBA Summer League predictions! The annual NBA Summer League is scheduled across three states in Nevada, Utah, and California this year.
In this article, you can find free NBA Summer League best bets daily for the duration of the tournament until the finale! We also explain what our strategy for these is under the latest picks.
Here’s a...
Usyk Dubois 2 Betting Odds – Can Dubois Avenge Uysk Loss?
Usyk Dubois 2 betting odds are suggesting that Oleksandr Uysk will remain the undisputed heavyweight champion. He already has one win over Daniel Dubois. Can the Englishman overcome the odds and spoil Uysk’s undefeated record on Saturday night at Wembley Stadium?
I’ll analyze the Usyk Dubois 2 betting markets to find you the best return on this mammoth heavyweight championship match!
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UFC 318 Odds and Predictions – Can Poirier Retire as “BMF” Champ Against Holloway?
UFC 318 odds for Dustin Poirier’s retirement fight against Max Holloway are suggesting a close fight as the two finish their trilogy. It’s also Poirier’s retirement fight, while Holloway holds the “BMF” belt. How will this fight at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans go?
I’ve got UFC 318 predictions for this bout, and the rest of the card! My picks for the full card are below, but I’ll dig...
The Open Championship 2025 Odds: Can McIlroy Win at Home?
As the final major championship of the year approaches, the 2025 British Open odds suggest a tight battle! Will world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler win his second major of the year, or is there an upset in the works at Royal Portrush?
In this article, you can find the latest winner odds, analysis of the top favorites, and my exclusive British Open predictions!
All Open Championship odds are cou...

The Best Tribal Casinos in Oklahoma
The Sooner State is home to over 40 federally recognized tribes, so it should come as no surprise that there are dozens of Indian casinos in Oklahoma. In fact, bettors in this state have more than 100 different tribal casinos to choose from.
In addition to the large number of land-based casinos, there are also great online casinos in Oklahoma. It can be easy to become overwhelmed with so many ...

2023 AEW Revolution Odds, Rumors and Predictions
On Sunday, March 4, AEW will be live from the Chase Center in San Francisco, CA, for their Revolution PPV. For sports bettors looking to get in on the action, pro wrestling betting sites have listed their 2023 AEW Revolution odds to wager on.
Revolution is the first PPV event of 2023 for AEW and it features an Iron Man Match between champion MJF and challenger Bryan Danielson.
The card is l...

2023 NASCAR Cup Series Championship Odds and Predictions
Only four drivers remain in the latest 2023 NASCAR Cup Series Playoff odds. Ryan Blaney, Christopher Bell, Kyle Larson, and William Byron have battled through three rounds of the Playoffs. Now, they will face off to determine the winner of this year’s Cup Series Championship.
The top NASCAR betting sites have odds for all of the Championship 4 drivers. You can wager on the winner of the champi...

The Ins and Outs of Illinois Gambling Taxes
As the gambling industry has evolved in Illinois, there is one thing that has not changed – paying taxes on your winnings. Fortunately, the Land of Lincoln has a straightforward process when it comes to paying gambling taxes.
If you are a resident of the Prairie State, and won money at in-person casinos or via online gambling in Illinois, then it’s important to brush up on Illinois gambling ta...

How To Use The Bovada Prop Builder Tool
Have you ever looked at a prop bet and wished you could move the line or total? Prop betting has exploded in popularity at sports betting sites, and oddsmakers are becoming increasingly creative with their offerings. Now, Bovada has introduced their Prop Builder Tool, which gives bettors the power to be like an oddsmaker and create their own sports betting props.If you want to create your own pro...

Naoya Inoue vs. Marlon Tapales Odds and Predictions
Naoya Inoue vs. Marlon Tapales has all the makings of one of the best end-of-year boxing matches in recent memory. The two are scheduled to square off on December 26th for the undisputed super bantamweight title. Inoue (25-0) is also putting his undefeated record on the line in this highly anticipated fight.
Boxing betting sites have been accepting wagers on this fight for months. With the bou...
What Are Buy Bets in Craps: Odds, Payouts, Strategy
Craps buy bets are one of three types of craps bets where you must pay the casino a commission (vig) to place. This is because you’re getting what's known as ‘true odds.’ For buy bets, the casino pays the gambler winnings based on the real chances of rolling that specific number before losing.
If this seems confusing, then continue reading below as we further explain what craps buy bets ...

7 Proven Casino Strategies Beginning Gamblers Can Use
Beginner gamblers often go into the casino without a plan or direction. This is exactly what the casino is hoping for because it's easier to take their money.
Real money casino games are based on basic math. They are strategically designed to give the house an edge in the long run. If beginners are not following a casino strategy, these players are only adding to the casino’s advantage.
Th...

UFC 296: Edwards vs. Covington Odds and Predictions
On Saturday, December 16, the UFC will be live from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, for UFC 296: Edwards vs. Covington. This final UFC card of the year features two world title fights.
The main event of the night is a UFC welterweight title bout as Leon Edwards puts his belt on the line against Colby Covington. The co-featured bout of the evening is a world flyweight title fight as Al...

Devin Haney vs. Regis Prograis Odds and Predictions
Devin Haney vs. Regis Prograis is scheduled for this Saturday, December 9th. The fight is taking place at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California, and will be for the WBC World Super Lightweight Title.
Prograis is the champion, but Haney is undefeated so far in his professional career. This exciting bout between two of the best 140-pounders is scheduled for 12 rounds.
Keep reading to ...