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Bad Bunny Halftime Bets Go Wild: Hair, Cameos, and the First Song
culture20 days ago

Bad Bunny Halftime Bets Go Wild: Hair, Cameos, and the First Song

A sprawling menu of prop bets surrounds Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show, from hair color and hats to potential cameos and the first song (Tití Me Preguntó is the favorite at 1-2). Insider info from dress rehearsals often drives lines, though sportsbooks cap bets to limit abuse; offshore markets and prediction sites offer the widest array beyond U.S. regulated books.

sports23 days ago

Prop Playbook for Super Bowl LX: Value Bets Across the Field

Establish The Run’s Super Bowl LX prop roundup previews a spectrum of bets from MVP hopes (e.g., JSN at +550) to game-script plays (driving Drake Maye and Rhamondre Stevenson to strong outputs), 2-point conversion odds, long-shot MVP bets, and announcer-related props, emphasizing value and matchup context across a wide set of players and scenarios for a diversified props portfolio.

"2024 RBC Heritage: Expert Picks, Tee Times, and Prop Bets for Harbour Town"
sports1 year ago

"2024 RBC Heritage: Expert Picks, Tee Times, and Prop Bets for Harbour Town"

PGA Professional Keith Stewart shares three prop bets for the RBC Heritage, including taking Adam Schenk to finish inside the top 30, choosing Will Zalatoris over Jordan Spieth in a head-to-head matchup, and parlaying Nelly Korda and Scottie Scheffler both to win. Stewart emphasizes the importance of diversifying weekend wagers and getting creative with betting strategies in light of Scottie Scheffler's dominance in golf.

"Caitlin Clark Leads Iowa in Women's Final Four Showdown Against UConn"
sports-betting1 year ago

"Caitlin Clark Leads Iowa in Women's Final Four Showdown Against UConn"

Sports bettors are analyzing prop bets for Caitlin Clark's performance in the upcoming game against UConn. They are considering betting the Under on Clark's points prop due to UConn's strong defense and the inflated point prop. Additionally, they are looking at the Over on Clark's assist prop, expecting her to continue her impressive passing performance. However, they are cautious about betting on her 3-pointers made, as UConn's defense is expected to challenge her shooting abilities.

"Armando Bacot Inundated with Bettors' DMs After North Carolina's Win"
sports-ncaa-basketball1 year ago

"Armando Bacot Inundated with Bettors' DMs After North Carolina's Win"

North Carolina's Armando Bacot received over 100 DMs from upset bettors after the team's win against Michigan State, with fans expressing anger over failed prop bets. NCAA president Charlie Baker has called for laws to prohibit individual prop bets in college sports to protect student-athletes and the integrity of the game, following recent sports betting incidents involving MLB and NBA players. Bacot and Clemson head coach Brad Brownell have both faced harassment from upset gamblers, highlighting the aggressive nature of some fans in response to betting outcomes.

"Push for Banning Player Prop Bets Gains Momentum in College and Professional Sports"
sports1 year ago

"Push for Banning Player Prop Bets Gains Momentum in College and Professional Sports"

The NCAA is urging states to ban player prop bets due to concerns about the integrity of competition and the potential for undue influence on athletes. The organization is working to protect student-athletes and the integrity of the game, as evidenced by recent incidents involving heavy betting action on individual player performances. While the NBA is currently investigating a player for leaving games early with heavy betting on the unders, the article suggests that all sports, including the NFL, should consider banning individual prop bets to safeguard the integrity of the game.

"North Carolina's Armando Bacot Receives Angry Messages from Sports Bettors"
sports1 year ago

"North Carolina's Armando Bacot Receives Angry Messages from Sports Bettors"

North Carolina's Armando Bacot revealed receiving over 100 messages from angry bettors criticizing his performance, highlighting the negative impact of sports betting on college athletes. NCAA President Charlie Baker has called for a ban on collegiate prop bets, citing concerns about the integrity of competition and the harassment of student-athletes. Clemson head coach Brad Brownell also expressed worries about the aggressive behavior of some bettors, emphasizing the challenges posed by the intersection of sports and gambling in college athletics.

"College Sports Betting Crackdown: NCAA and NBA Target Player Prop Bets"
sports1 year ago

"College Sports Betting Crackdown: NCAA and NBA Target Player Prop Bets"

North Carolina's Armando Bacot received over 100 DMs from upset bettors after the team's win against Michigan State, with fans expressing anger over gambling losses. NCAA president Charlie Baker called for laws to prohibit individual prop bets in college sports to protect student-athletes and the game's integrity. Recent sports betting incidents involving Shohei Ohtani and Jontay Porter have raised concerns. Bacot and other athletes have faced harassment from disgruntled gamblers, prompting calls for stricter regulations on college prop bets.

"NCAA President Calls for Ban on College Prop Bets Amid Gambling Controversies"
sports1 year ago

"NCAA President Calls for Ban on College Prop Bets Amid Gambling Controversies"

NCAA president Charlie Baker is calling for a ban on prop bets in college sports to protect student-athletes and the integrity of the game, citing instances of harassment and betting irregularities. He aims to extend the ban to all states and has previously explored legislation to create a "prohibited bettors list" to address harassment of players and coaches. The NBA is also investigating betting irregularities involving Toronto Raptors center Jontay Porter, while Loyola Maryland coach Tavaras Hardy resigned after a gambling violation. U.S. Integrity, a gambling watchdog group, flagged unusual betting patterns surrounding Temple University basketball games and Alabama baseball coach Brad Bohannon.

"NBA Investigates Betting Scandal Involving Jontay Porter and Shohei Ohtani"
sports1 year ago

"NBA Investigates Betting Scandal Involving Jontay Porter and Shohei Ohtani"

NBA player Jontay Porter, on a two-way contract with the Toronto Raptors, is under investigation for betting irregularities related to prop bets on two games. Sportsbooks reported unusual betting interest on Porter's prop bets, with large sums being wagered on unders. NBA employees are prohibited from betting on league events, and violations can result in fines, suspensions, or contract termination. Porter, who is earning $415,000 this season, is averaging 4.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 0.8 3-pointers per game.

"NBA Probes Raptors' Jontay Porter for Betting Irregularities"
sports1 year ago

"NBA Probes Raptors' Jontay Porter for Betting Irregularities"

Toronto Raptors center Jontay Porter is being investigated for gambling irregularities related to prop bets on his statistics during NBA games. The NBA is looking into games on Jan. 26 and March 20, and Porter is currently away from the team. The league has an official relationship with SportsRadar, a betting data global distributor, and authorized partners could notify the league if a player placed a bet. Porter signed a two-way contract with the Raptors in December and has played 26 games this season, averaging 4.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game.

"NBA Player Props and DFS Picks for February 23: Harden, Bets, and Best Plays"
sports2 years ago

"NBA Player Props and DFS Picks for February 23: Harden, Bets, and Best Plays"

NBA experts are on a 10-1 run and have provided prop bet picks for Friday's games. They recommend betting on James Harden to score over 16.5 points against the injury-plagued Memphis Grizzlies, while suggesting taking the under on Bam Adebayo's 20.5 points against the New Orleans Pelicans due to the return of Jimmy Butler and the Pelicans' strong defense.

"NBA Daily Fantasy and Betting Tips for February 15: Top Player Props and Picks"
sports2 years ago

"NBA Daily Fantasy and Betting Tips for February 15: Top Player Props and Picks"

Today's NBA player prop bets focus on Deandre Ayton's assists, Brook Lopez's points, and Damian Lillard's assists. Ayton is expected to have 1.8 assists, making the Over 1.5 assists bet at +118 a favorable option. Brook Lopez's reduced minutes and the absence of Khris Middleton create an opportunity to bet on him scoring over 11.5 points at -103. Damian Lillard's assists prop is also highlighted, with a projection of 7.0 assists making the Over 6.5 assists bet at +115 an appealing choice.