SEC basketball becoming as ruthless as SEC football
SEC basketball is in its golden era. Conference expectations, recruiting, facilities and money are starting to mirror SEC football.
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Los Angeles Lakers, coach Luke Walton part ways
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking for a new head coach after parting ways with Luke Walton.
Sacramento Kings hire Luke Walton
After the team’s best season since 2005-06, Vlade Divac decided to fire Dave Joerger and replace him with Luke Walton.
Alabama coach Nick Saban provides injury report on himself
Alabama coach Nick Saban (hip injury) plans to coach for years to come, he told reporters after Saturday’s A-Day game.
LSU reinstates basketball coach Will Wade
LSU reinstated Will Wade after a suspension that lasted more than a month. The Tigers coach denied any wrongdoing.
Purdue coach Jeff Brohm gets lucrative new contract
Purdue rewarded football coach Jeff Brohm with a seven-year, $36.8 million contract.
Auburn rewards basketball coach Bruce Pearl with new contract
Auburn has rewarded Bruce Pearl with a new five-year contract following the Tigers’ Final Four run.
Seattle QB Russell Wilson announces new contract while in bed with Ciara
Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson’s new contract makes him the highest-paid player in the NFL.
Respected sports bettor continues Jeopardy winning streak
James Holzhauer, a “respected” sports bettor in Las Vegas, by one measure is second all-time in Jeopardy! winnings.
Bettor wins $1.19 million on Tiger Woods’ Masters victory
James Adducci won the largest golf payout in William Hill’s U.S. history. He’s also been the subject of fierce debate on social media.
Former UFC fighter killed by rideshare driver in Brazil
Former UFC fighter Rodrigo de Lima died Sunday after his rideshare driver ran over him.
Sportsbook releases prop bet for NBA draft lottery winner
You can bet on which team will win the NBA draft lottery (and the right to select Zion Williamson at No. 1 overall).
Nick Saban’s hip surgery to ‘add a few yards’ to his golf swing
Alabama football coach Nick Saban underwent successful hip replacement surgery Monday. He’s under contract for nearly 7 more years.
Bettor risks $100K to win $500 on Milwaukee Bucks
A bettor at the Westgate SuperBook risked $100,000 to win $500 on the Milwaukee Bucks to win their first-round series against the Detroit Pistons.
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NBA draft lottery: New Orleans Pelicans shock the league, win No. 1 overall pick
The New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers and Phoenix Suns were big losers in Tuesday’s NBA draft lottery.
BetOnline releases NBA Finals odds
The Warriors are already favored against the Bucks and Raptors. But will Kevin Durant return for the NBA Finals?
Michigan hires Juwan Howard as men’s basketball coach
Michigan made a splash by hiring a familiar name. But can a former NBA player with zero college coaching experience work at the highest level?
Report: NFL to award Cleveland the 2021 NFL Draft
Football is alive and well in Cleveland. The city will host the 2021 NFL Draft, according to one report.
NHL: St. Louis Blues fan could win $100K on Stanley Cup Finals
The St. Louis Blues are a somewhat surprising Western Conference champion. If they manage to win the Stanley Cup Finals, one fan could collect $100,000.
Banned Clemson players lose appeal to play in 2019
Two Clemson players, including the starting TE, will miss the 2019 season after a failed appeal of a PED test.
Texas A&M hires Ole Miss AD Ross Bjork
Texas A&M hired Ole Miss AD Ross Bjork to fill its own AD vacancy. Bjork has a colorful history.
No more Pacman: Adam Jones retires from NFL
Adam “Pacman” Jones has retired after 12 NFL seasons. He showed flashes of greatness and also nearly threw his career away.
Auburn play-by-play announcer, wife die in horrific car accident
Auburn play-by-play announcer Rod Bramblett died Saturday night, along with his wife Paula.
Legendary NFL QB Bart Starr dead at 85 years old
Green Bay Packers legend and five-time NFL champion Bart Starr passed away Sunday.
Daniel Negreanu offers WSOP stake to fans, but fundraiser goes sideways
Daniel Negreanu offered fans a $278,000 stake in his WSOP, but a software glitch created a crisis.
South Carolina lands surprise Memorial Day commitment from 4-star RB
South Carolina got a commitment from one of its highest-rated players ever.
Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert suffers possible stroke
Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert suffered a potential stroke this weekend and remains hospitalized.
St. Louis Blues could cost Vegas sportsbooks millions
The St. Louis Blues got down to 300/1 to win the Stanley Cup. Now they’re four games away, creating big-time liability.
Police bust Georgia video rental store for running illegal gambling ring
A Georgia man allegedly operated an illegal sportsbook out of a movie rental store.
Report: Kevin Durant expected to return for Game 4 of the NBA Finals
Kevin Durant (calf injury) has missed Golden State’s last six NBA playoff games, but the Warriors expect him to return by Game 4.
Sportsbook: Clemson a 2-point favorite over Bama in 2019 national championship
Alabama and Clemson could meet in the College Football Playoff yet again this season. This time, though, the Tigers could be favored.
Westgate SuperContest to accept bets on mobile app for Nevada residents
The Westgate SuperContest will allow anyone in Nevada to submit their weekly picks via a mobile app.
Illinois house, senate pass widely disparaged sports betting bill
Illinois is legalizing sports betting, but many groups are unhappy with the financial stipulations attached to the bill.
NBA Finals: Warriors a Game 3 favorite despite significant injury concerns
At least four Golden State Warriors are nursing significant injuries heading into a pivotal Game 3.
Conor McGregor challenges Floyd Mayweather to boxing rematch
Conor McGregor says he wants a boxing rematch with Floyd Mayweather, a potential money grab for both fighters.
WSOP creates largest poker tournament of all time
An estimated 24,000 players are participating in the WSOP’s “Big 50,” making it the largest poker tournament ever.
Sports bettor loses Jeopardy! game just shy of Ken Jennings’ record
James Holzhauer finished his remarkable Jeopardy! run with $2.46 million in just 33 games.
College football analytics expert explains ranking Clemson No. 3 preseason
S&P+ ranked defending champion Clemson at No. 3 in its preseason projections.
Links of the day: June 5, 2019
Check out the most important gambling stories of the day, including a review of the new Circa Sports in Vegas.
Report: Players unions concerned bettors could get access to biometric data
Should sports bettors have access to athletes’ biometric data? The Boston Globe reports the issue is being discussed.
NYPD arrests 7 on illegal gambling charges
The NYPD arrested 7 people for running an illegal gambling ring in a Queens neighborhood.
Golden State Warriors still not NBA Finals underdogs
The Golden State Warriors are -110 to win the NBA Finals despite trailing 2-1 without Kevin Durant.
CBS acting CEO sees sports betting as cash cow
CBS CEO says the company already makes millions on sports betting content and expects growth to continue.
New York expected to approve non-mobile sports betting on Monday
New York should approve legal sports betting on Monday, but will shut out mobile operators like DraftKings and FanDuel.
Vegas releases initial college football win totals
One Las Vegas sportsbook operator released 16 college football season win totals on Thursday.
Bronx principal investigated after tweeting horse-racing advice for bettors
Parents and staff members are calling for consequences for a New York principal who is an avid horse racing gambler.
Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz shot in the Dominican Republic
Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz was shot Sunday in the Dominican Republic. He’s stable after a six-hour surgery.
NCAA: At least 6 college basketball programs to be punished
The NCAA is coming after schools named in the federal investigation into pay-for-play recruiting in college basketball.
NHL: St. Louis Blues fan nets $100K on futures bet
Bettor Scott Berry cashed a $100,000 ticket on the St. Louis Blues to win the Stanley Cup.
New England Patriots file tampering charges against Houston Texans
The New England Patriots have filed tampering charges against the Houston Texans with the NFL.
5 college football teams that got extremely lucky or unlucky in 2018
Expect Notre Dame and UCF to fade, while Tulsa and East Carolina could have betting value.
NBA creates virtual sports betting game akin to slot machine
The NBA plans to bring betting on virtual pro basketball games to the United States.
Space Jam 2 movie cast revealed
Chris Paul, Anthony Davis and Klay Thompson will join LeBron James in the Space Jam remake.
Cleveland Browns QB Baker Mayfield slams Texas, QB Sam Ehlinger
Baker Mayfield throws barbs at Texas and especially at QB Sam Ehlinger.
Ranking the best non-QB transfers in college football in 2019
Christopher Smith ranks the six best non-QB transfers who will make instant impacts at their new schools in 2019.
2019 MAC betting guide: Can Western Michigan’s offense power Broncos to a title?
In his 2019 MAC betting guide, our Christopher Smith has Western Michigan, Ohio and Toledo pegged as the league’s top teams.
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Penn State replaces Sparty in Top 10 of Christopher Smith’s Week 2 Power Rankings
Penn State moved up 14 spots to replace Big Ten counterpart Michigan State in the Top 10 of Christopher Smith’s Week 2 Power Rankings.
Texas A&M moves into Top 10, Gators fall 6 spots in Christopher Smith’s Week 4 Power Rankings
Texas A&M jumped into the Top 10 of Christopher Smith’s Week 4 Power Rankings, while Florida fell six spots after losing QB Feleipe Franks and getting a fortunate comeback win at Kentucky.
Christopher Smith’s Week 6 Power Rankings
Alabama and Ohio State elevated over Clemson into the top two spots, respectively, in Christopher Smith’s Week 6 Power Rankings.
Christopher Smith’s Week 7 Power Rankings
MajorWager’s Christopher Smith ranks all 130 FBS teams in his Week 7 Power Rankings.
Christopher Smith’s Week 8 Power Rankings
Alabama is atop Christopher Smith’s Week 8 Power Rankings. The Crimson Tide are followed by Ohio State, Clemson, Oklahoma and LSU at No. 5.
Christopher Smith’s Week 9 Power Rankings: Buckeyes are new No. 1
There’s a new No. 1 atop Christopher Smith’s Week 9 Power Rankings. That team is the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Christopher Smith’s Week 10 Power Rankings
Christopher Smith’s Week 10 Power Rankings dropped Oklahoma to No. 6 and Notre Dame to No. 14.
Christopher Smith’s Week 11 Power Rankings
Christopher Smith’s Week 11 Power Rankings have the Ohio State Buckeyes at No. 1.
Christopher Smith’s Week 12 Power Rankings
Alabama is ranked third in Christopher Smith’s Week 12 Power Rankings, while Penn State drops to No. 11.
Christopher Smith’s Week 13 Power Rankings
Christopher Smith’s Week 13 Power Rankings have Ohio State, Clemson, LSU and Georgia listed No. 1 through No. 4 in that order.
Christopher Smith’s Week 14 Power Rankings
Ohio State is atop Christopher Smith’s Week 14 Power Rankings, followed by Clemson, LSU, Georgia and Alabama (in that order).
Christopher Smith’s Power Rankings
Ohio State remains No. 1 in Christopher Smith’s latest Power Rankings. The Buckeyes are followed by Clemson, LSU and Georgia (in that order).
Christopher Smith’s Power Rankings — Bowl Season
Clemson has moved into the No. 1 spot — replacing Ohio State — of Christopher Smith’s Bowl Season Power Rankings.
Christopher Smith’s Power Rankings — Bowl Season
Clemson has moved into the No. 1 spot — replacing Ohio State — of Christopher Smith’s Bowl Season Power Rankings.
Christopher Smith’s Power Rankings
Ohio State remains No. 1 in Christopher Smith’s latest Power Rankings. The Buckeyes are followed by Clemson, LSU and Georgia (in that order).
Christopher Smith’s Week 14 Power Rankings
Ohio State is atop Christopher Smith’s Week 14 Power Rankings, followed by Clemson, LSU, Georgia and Alabama (in that order).
Christopher Smith’s Week 13 Power Rankings
Christopher Smith’s Week 13 Power Rankings have Ohio State, Clemson, LSU and Georgia listed No. 1 through No. 4 in that order.
Christopher Smith’s Week 12 Power Rankings
Alabama is ranked third in Christopher Smith’s Week 12 Power Rankings, while Penn State drops to No. 11.
Christopher Smith’s Week 11 Power Rankings
Christopher Smith’s Week 11 Power Rankings have the Ohio State Buckeyes at No. 1.
Christopher Smith’s Week 10 Power Rankings
Christopher Smith’s Week 10 Power Rankings dropped Oklahoma to No. 6 and Notre Dame to No. 14.
Christopher Smith’s Week 9 Power Rankings: Buckeyes are new No. 1
There’s a new No. 1 atop Christopher Smith’s Week 9 Power Rankings. That team is the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Christopher Smith’s Week 8 Power Rankings
Alabama is atop Christopher Smith’s Week 8 Power Rankings. The Crimson Tide are followed by Ohio State, Clemson, Oklahoma and LSU at No. 5.
Christopher Smith’s Week 7 Power Rankings
MajorWager’s Christopher Smith ranks all 130 FBS teams in his Week 7 Power Rankings.
Christopher Smith’s Week 6 Power Rankings
Alabama and Ohio State elevated over Clemson into the top two spots, respectively, in Christopher Smith’s Week 6 Power Rankings.
Texas A&M moves into Top 10, Gators fall 6 spots in Christopher Smith’s Week 4 Power Rankings
Texas A&M jumped into the Top 10 of Christopher Smith’s Week 4 Power Rankings, while Florida fell six spots after losing QB Feleipe Franks and getting a fortunate comeback win at Kentucky.
Penn State replaces Sparty in Top 10 of Christopher Smith’s Week 2 Power Rankings
Penn State moved up 14 spots to replace Big Ten counterpart Michigan State in the Top 10 of Christopher Smith’s Week 2 Power Rankings.
2019 MAC betting guide: Can Western Michigan’s offense power Broncos to a title?
In his 2019 MAC betting guide, our Christopher Smith has Western Michigan, Ohio and Toledo pegged as the league’s top teams.
Ranking the best non-QB transfers in college football in 2019
Christopher Smith ranks the six best non-QB transfers who will make instant impacts at their new schools in 2019.
Cleveland Browns QB Baker Mayfield slams Texas, QB Sam Ehlinger
Baker Mayfield throws barbs at Texas and especially at QB Sam Ehlinger.
Space Jam 2 movie cast revealed
Chris Paul, Anthony Davis and Klay Thompson will join LeBron James in the Space Jam remake.
NBA creates virtual sports betting game akin to slot machine
The NBA plans to bring betting on virtual pro basketball games to the United States.
5 college football teams that got extremely lucky or unlucky in 2018
Expect Notre Dame and UCF to fade, while Tulsa and East Carolina could have betting value.
New England Patriots file tampering charges against Houston Texans
The New England Patriots have filed tampering charges against the Houston Texans with the NFL.
NHL: St. Louis Blues fan nets $100K on futures bet
Bettor Scott Berry cashed a $100,000 ticket on the St. Louis Blues to win the Stanley Cup.
NCAA: At least 6 college basketball programs to be punished
The NCAA is coming after schools named in the federal investigation into pay-for-play recruiting in college basketball.
Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz shot in the Dominican Republic
Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz was shot Sunday in the Dominican Republic. He’s stable after a six-hour surgery.
Bronx principal investigated after tweeting horse-racing advice for bettors
Parents and staff members are calling for consequences for a New York principal who is an avid horse racing gambler.
Vegas releases initial college football win totals
One Las Vegas sportsbook operator released 16 college football season win totals on Thursday.
New York expected to approve non-mobile sports betting on Monday
New York should approve legal sports betting on Monday, but will shut out mobile operators like DraftKings and FanDuel.
CBS acting CEO sees sports betting as cash cow
CBS CEO says the company already makes millions on sports betting content and expects growth to continue.
Golden State Warriors still not NBA Finals underdogs
The Golden State Warriors are -110 to win the NBA Finals despite trailing 2-1 without Kevin Durant.
NYPD arrests 7 on illegal gambling charges
The NYPD arrested 7 people for running an illegal gambling ring in a Queens neighborhood.