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.
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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.
College football analytics expert explains ranking Clemson No. 3 preseason
S&P+ ranked defending champion Clemson at No. 3 in its preseason projections.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert suffers possible stroke
Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert suffered a potential stroke this weekend and remains hospitalized.
South Carolina lands surprise Memorial Day commitment from 4-star RB
South Carolina got a commitment from one of its highest-rated players ever.
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.
Legendary NFL QB Bart Starr dead at 85 years old
Green Bay Packers legend and five-time NFL champion Bart Starr passed away Sunday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
BetOnline releases NBA Finals odds
The Warriors are already favored against the Bucks and Raptors. But will Kevin Durant return for the NBA Finals?
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.
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.
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.
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).
Former UFC fighter killed by rideshare driver in Brazil
Former UFC fighter Rodrigo de Lima died Sunday after his rideshare driver ran over him.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Purdue coach Jeff Brohm gets lucrative new contract
Purdue rewarded football coach Jeff Brohm with a seven-year, $36.8 million contract.
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.