English Premier League Golden Boot up for grabs
There are five players who still have a realistic chance to lead the Premier League in goals.
Soccer
Kevin Harvick poised to pull off upset at Daytona 500
The green flag will drop on the 62nd Daytona 500, NASCAR’s signature event, on Sunday. The wide-open nature of superspeedway racing usually makes “the Great American Race” a good place to take chances on longshots.
NASCAR
The NBA three-point contest will belong to Davis Bertans
While the All-Star Game is a thrill to watch, Saturday night’s three-point contest has become a must-see, stand-alone event.
NBA
Scott Shapiro's Saturday college basketball preview
We are 30 days away from Selection Sunday, and there is so much still on the line. There is a plethora of important matchups in college hoops on Saturday, which will impact who gets into the NCAA Tournament and seeding.
College Basketball
Baylor is not getting enough respect in NCAAB futures
Baylor is the No. 1 team in the country, leading the Big 12, and is on an historic 21-game win streak. Why aren’t the Bears getting more respect in futures betting?
College Basketball
Be mine? Finding the best fits for the NFL's top free agents
NFL free agency is just one month away, and some of the league’s biggest names will be available on the market. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, let’s find the best team matches for the top 10 free agents in 2020.
NFL
Bucks new championship favorites ahead of NBA All-Star break
The Milwaukee Bucks head into the All-Star break as the new outright favorite to win the 2020 NBA Championship. The league’s best Bucks top BetAmerica’s NBA Championship marketat odds of +275, having firmed from +400 since early January.
Press Release
The most adorable sports couples
In honor of Valentine’s Day, here are five couples that give true meaning to the term “swolemates."
BetAmerica
Jimmie Johnson isn’t just the sentimental choice to win the Daytona 500, he’s the right one
Is it getting hot in here or is it just our takes? BetAmerica columnists Ashley Anderson, Jeremy Balan, Ryan Murphy and Thomas Tassone share their sizzling picks for this weekend’s sports action. Handle with caution!
NASCAR
NCAA upset watch: Baylor's win streak is about to end
Don’t wait until late Friday night to see the spread. Cash in before the Madness begins with BetAmerica’s weekly college basketball moneyline upset specials.
College Basketball
How to bet on boxing
Learn how to wager on the sweet science with these expert boxing betting tips.
Boxing
Double-double machine Luka Garza now Wooden Award favorite
Luka Garza was hardly on anyone’s watch list ahead of the 2019-20 college basketball season. Now the Iowa center is the frontrunner to win the John R. Wooden Award, given to the most outstanding men’s basketball player in the country.
BetAmerica
Be mine? Finding matches for MLB’s best remaining free agents
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we've decided to play matchmaker for the five best remaining MLB free agents on the market.
MLB
Handicapping Friday’s John Battaglia Memorial at Turfway Park
Friday’s $100,000 John Battaglia Memorial S. at Turfway Park has a few horses cross-entered to other races, but it remains extremely competitive on paper
BetAmerica
NHL trade rumors: Is Joe Thornton Tampa Bay bound?
In this edition of our NHL trade-rumor roundup, we’ll highlight three new players who could be on the move before Feb. 24 and touch base on a previously discussed pair, with updates on their status.
NHL
Daytona 500 preview and pick
The Daytona 500 is the race every driver dreams of winning. For a handicapper, it’s also special. Picking the winner of this race is like a horseplayer picking the winner of the Kentucky Derby.
NASCAR
"No Dunks" now Starters with BetAmerica
The artists formerly known as NBA TV’s The Starters have found a new home with the Churchill Downs-owned sportsbook, BetAmerica. The popular podcasting quartet of Tas Melas, Leigh Ellis, Trey Kerby and J.E. Skeets re-branded as No Dunks prior to the current NBA season, and have now teamed up with BetAmerica to provide expert analysis and picks to basketball bettors.
Press Release
Sole Volante and the myth of Icarus
Approaching the Sam F. Davis S. quarter pole, Independence Hall seized the lead so many thought he would keep, but then Sole Volante loomed.
Racing
Betting a cold Pick 3 on Saturday at Fair Grounds
The Rachel Alexandra (G2) and the two divisions of the Risen Star (G2) are linked in a Pick 3 that appears winnable on a small budget.
Racing
Darts hit a bullseye with fan experience
The atmosphere at a major darts competition, like Premier League Darts, is a spectacle.
BetAmerica
NBA On TNT pick: Clippers vs. Celtics
NBA All-Star Weekend doesn’t officially tip off until Friday evening, but basketball fans will get to enjoy another star-studded affair tonight when The Clippers take on the Celtics at TD Garden.
NBA
The best midfielders in Premier League history
The midfield is where the game is controlled, and the best teams in the history of the English Premier League have had strong midfielders pacing them.
Soccer
Mike Tyson vs. Buster Douglas—30 years later
Thirty years ago Mike Tyson faced off against 42-1 underdog Buster Douglas and found himself in the fight of his life.
Boxing
NCAAB Power Rankings: Baylor has been unbeatable
As we close in on the end of the 2019-2020 NCAAB regular season, the top of the Power Rankings are stable.
College Basketball
NCAAB: Penn State, Marquette soar in latest AP Top 25 poll
With Selection Sunday one month away, let’s break down the biggest risers and fallers of the AP Top 25 poll.
Betting Info
How to bet the second division of the Risen Star
The second division of the $400,000 Risen Star (G2) on Saturday at Fair Grounds is packed with a dozen talented sophomores.
Racing
Blackberry Wine stands out first division of Risen Star
Horses without stakes experience rarely win the Risen Star. Could Blackberry Wine defy this trend?
Racing
UFC Fight Night: Felder vs. Hooker preview and pick
When Paul Felder and Dan Hooker face off in New Zealand on Saturday, UFC fans will be treated to a mirror match.
MMA
NASCAR: Bluegreen Vacations Duel preview
After a wild Busch Clash on Sunday, the NASCAR Cup Series will turn to the Bluegreen Vacations Duel races Thursday night at Daytona.
NASCAR
Can anyone overtake Giannis in the NBA MVP race?
Halfway through the 2019-20 NBA season, it’s clear to see it’s the Greek Freak’s world, we’re just living in it. Giannis Antetokounmpo won the NBA’s Most Valuable Player Award following the 2018-19 season. He’s well on pace to repeating that performance, currently a -280 favorite to bring home the hardware.
NBA
NHL free picks: Canadiens vs. Bruins, Flames vs. Kings
There’s a nationally televised doubleheader in store for hockey fans and bettors Wednesday night, when the Montreal Canadiens play the Boston Bruins and the Calgary Flames take on the Los Angeles Kings.
NHL
NCAAB: Kansas vs. West Virginia preview and pick
Kansas and West Virginia square off Wednesday night in a top 15, Big 12 matchup. Something will have to give in Morgantown, as Kansas leads in the conference in field goal percentage and West Virginia leads the Big 12 in field goal percentage defense.
College Basketball
Cantlay is a sneaky good bet to win Genesis Invitational
The PGA Tour’s West Coast swing concludes with the Genesis Invitational, which is hosted by Tiger Woods and was previously the full-fielded Genesis Open. It will be a 120-player event staged at historic Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California.
Golf
Scott Shapiro's Genesis Invitational preview
The Genesis Invitational easily offers golf fans the strongest field of the year.
BetAmerica
Steve Kerr is the right coach at the right time for Andrew Wiggins
BetAmerica has teamed up with Covers and Oddschecker to break down the latest news and trends from around the Association. This week NBA columnists Andrew Caley, Sam Farley, and Ryan Murphy discuss the Western Conference playoff picture, Andrew Wiggins’ fit with the Warriors, and Cleveland’s imposing frontline.
NBA
NBA All-Star Game MVP trends
Before tipoff of the 2020 NBA All-Star Game in Chicago, let’s analyze the trends behind the NBA All-Star MVP so you know who to back before the star-studded game.
Betting Info
EPL game of the week: Chelsea vs. Manchester United
It’s Monday-night football in England, as one of the Premier League's greatest rivalries will be renewed, when Chelsea hosts Manchester United.
Soccer
5 unbreakable NBA All-Star Game records
We've dusted off the history books and have identified the NBA’s five most unbreakable All-Star Game records.
NBA
NHL free picks: Lightning vs. Penguins, Flyers vs. Islanders
The Penguins will be looking for redemption following a 4-2 loss to the Lightning on Thursday night when they host Tampa at PPG Paints Arena this Tuesday. Also on the NHL docket is a nationally-televised meeting between the Flyers and Islanders at the Barclays Center.
NHL
Don't overlook the Twins in 2020 World Series odds
The Minnesota Twins won 101 games in 2019 and took the AL Central for the first time in a decade. They also had a positive offseason, yet the Twins hang at a generous +2000 in World Series futures. It’s early in the year, but Minnesota is a team worth investing in at those odds.
MLB
Under-the-radar Kentucky Derby contenders, volume 3
A weekly look at under the radar 3-year-olds who could step up and make an impact on the Road to the 2020 Kentucky Derby:
Racing
The 5 best NBA Slam Dunk Contests of all time
The final event of the Saturday skills exhibition is the Slam Dunk Contest. Let's take a look at the five best of all time.
NBA
How to bet on darts
Professional darts is an all-out extravaganza, held inside massive arenas with enormous prize money on the line. To get you up to speed with this fast-growing sport, here's how to bet on darts.
BetAmerica
Big 12 favored to produce college basketball's next champion
The 2019-20 NCAA college basketball season has been a true roller coaster. In 15 weeks of AP top 25 polls, there have already been seven different teams ranked No 1. Currently, the Big 12 conference has two of the top three-ranked teams in the nation.
College Basketball
Are the Raptors a good bet to repeat?
The Toronto Raptors are the hottest team in the NBA right now with 14 straight wins. So why do they have just the eighth best odds to win the 2020 NBA Championship?
NBA
The Derby decimal classifications: Feb. 10, 2020
A by-the-numbers review of the latest news and developments on the Road to the 2020 Kentucky Derby.
Racing
Kentucky Derby contender profile: Sole Volante
With his eye-catching triumph in the Sam F. Davis (G3), Sole Volante has proven he has what it takes to challenge classy dirt horses on the Road to the Kentucky Derby.
Racing
Philly falling fast in NBA Championship odds
Oddsmakers are losing faith in Philadelphia. The 76ers’ odds of winning the 2020 NBA Championship have lengthened from +1000 one week ago to +1400 today, despite a pair of aggressive moves at the trade deadline that bolstered the team’s depth and improved its long-term flexibility.
NBA
2020 NFL mock draft: Burrow a clear-cut pick at No. 1
Any mock draft is destined to be wrong come draft day, as player revelations, trades, and questionable decisions by general managers merge in a mosh pit of fear and hope. But it’s still fun to forecast the future. Let’s take a look at the top 10 picks in the 2020 NFL Draft.
NFL
Top 5 MLB spring training positional battles
Spring training is just around the corner, and the fight for roster spots and starting positions will be at full-throttle until Opening Day. Here are five intriguing position battles that will play out over the next six weeks.
MLB
DC Defenders new favorites for XFL Championship
Week 1 of the rebooted XFL has resulted in a number of changes at the top of betting on the 2020 Championship winner. The DC Defenders are the biggest movers, firming from +500 into +350 equal favoritism at BetAmerica following their 31-19 defeat of the Seattle Dragons.
Press Release
The XFL's 5 most intriguing players
The XFL is off and running. The upstart league features a long list of "can't-miss" college stars and NFL drop-outs all trying to earn another shot at the big time. Let’s examine five of the more intriguing participants in this year’s XFL.
NFL
The greatest upsets in Champions League history
Whether an unlikely result in the group stage, or a shocking takedown in the knockout rounds, there are plenty of chances for upsets in the UEFA Champions League.
Soccer
Bucks' NBA Championship odds improve despite quiet trade deadline
The fun and fervor of the NBA trade deadline is now in the rearview mirror. In the aftermath, the Milwaukee Bucks are now the favorites to win the NBA Championship.
NBA
Projected speed in King Cotton the key to Oaklawn Pick 3
Share the Upside has the potential to be the controlling speed in the King Cotton Stakes.
Racing
Oscars upsets: Parasite will win Best Picture
To help you place your best Oscars bets at the sportsbook, we’ve predicted the biggest upsets among the 24 categories presented at Sunday's Academy Awards.
Betting Info
3 reasons Deontay Wilder will crush Tyson Fury
Let’s take a look at the reasons why Deontay Wilder will walk away with a crushing victory over Tyson Fury.
Boxing
3 reasons to be excited about the XFL
The XFL is set to make its return Saturday. We have all the games and futures available for you right here at BetAmerica.
XFL
A guide to moneyline betting for Oscars bettors
For those bettors who've never dipped their toes in the water of sports betting, here's a quick how-to guide so you can bet on the 92nd Academy Awards.
Betting Info
NHL Power Rankings: Capitals hold onto top spot
Which NHL teams have been on a roll since the All-Star break, and which have been tailing off? Find out in our newest NHL Power Rankings.
NHL
Dayton flys into top 10 in NCAA title odds
In a season more unpredictable than most in recent memory, a mid-major has emerged in the top 10, ahead of many college basketball blue bloods.
College Basketball
NCAAB Power Rankings: Can anyone beat Baylor?
Our power rankings saw quite a bit of upheaval in the first half of the season, but as we hit the midway point in conference play, the top four teams have solidified their spots and are establishing themselves as the cream of the crop.
College Basketball
Everything you need to know about the XFL
Vince McMahon's XFL is back for the first time since 2001. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2020 XFL season, including the teams, unique game rules and important dates.
BetAmerica
Weekend Hot Takes: North Carolina will destroy Duke
Is it getting hot in here or is it just our takes? BetAmerica columnists Ashley Anderson, Jeremy Balan, Ryan Murphy and Thomas Tassone share their sizzling picks for this weekend’s sports action. Handle with caution!
College Basketball
NCAAB: Gonzaga and Duke on upset watch
Don’t wait until late Friday night to see the spreads for Saturday. Start hunting for college basketball upsets now, with BetAmerica's weekly upset picks.
College Basketball
Storm the Court has owners, trainer on another magical ride
Every horse, be it a low-level claimer or a decorated champion, runs down its own path, but for Exline-Border Racing and trainer Peter Eurton, they've certainly found a sweet spot.
Racing
Dallas Renegades open XFL season as favorite
The XFL season begins Saturday with a pair of games, while the Dallas Renegades will open as favorites to win the championship in the eight-team league.
BetAmerica
Yankees favored to win American League pennant
They've been shut out of the World Series for a decade, but the New York Yankees appear to be on their way back in 2020.
MLB
NBA trade deadline winners and losers
They say you can’t truly judge the impact of a trade until two years later, but frankly who has that kind of time? We’re going to fast forward through that excruciating waiting period as we determine the winners and losers of the NBA’s annual trade deadline.
NBA
"And the Oscar goes to..."
Director Sam Mendes’ story of World War I heroism, 1917, is the popular pick with bettors to win Best Picture at Sunday night’s Academy Awards. 1917 is an odds-on favorite at BetAmerica, topping the betting at 2/5 in front of Parasite (3/1) and Once Upon A Time In Hollywood (7/1).
Press Release
Jackpot carryovers on the line at Aqueduct, Fair Grounds
Heading into another busy weekend of racing, there are several carryover pools on the horizon to entice optimistic bettors in search of a life-changing payoff.
Racing
NHL trade rumors: Will Panthers part with Hoffman?
These five players have been popping up in the rumor mill throughout the season and could be dealt by the Feb. 24 trade deadline. Let’s take a look at where some of the NHL’s top talent may land in the near future.
NHL
Examining the field at the 2020 Busch Clash
The 2020 NASCAR season kicks off this Sunday afternoon with the Busch Clash. This exhibition provides fans with a shortened race, in which drivers compete for pride and cash.
NASCAR
A closer look at the Shantel Lanerie Memorial Stakes
Alms looms as a formidable favorite in the 1-mile Shantel Lanerie Memorial at Fair Grounds.
Racing
4 horses to consider in Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 2
These four talented sophomores are all 30-1 or higher in the second Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool.
Racing
NBA trade rumors: Wiggins on the block
Christmas came early for those eagerly awaiting the NBA Trade Deadline on Thursday. Could the Minnesota Timberwolves make another move before the deadline?
NBA
The worst trade deadline deals in NBA history
With the NBA trade deadline looming, some teams will try to make a last-ditch effort to salvage the season or free up cap space to rebuild. While some moves change the trajectory of a franchise forever, others end in disaster.
NBA
NCAAB: Colorado, Houston nearly fall from AP Top 25
Let’s break down the biggest risers and fallers in the latest AP Top 25 poll and examine their odds of winning the NCAA Tournament.
College Basketball
The best forwards in Premier League history
The Premier League has been home to some of the best forwards in football history since its inception. Join us as we count down the top five.
Soccer
NHL free picks: Maple Leafs vs. Rangers, Bruins vs. Blackhawks
Original Six rivalries will be renewed Wednesday night, when the Toronto Maple Leafs visit the New York Rangers and the Boston Bruins take on the Chicago Blackhawks.
NHL
The reboot: Beavis and Butt-Head, Funny Cide, and Tiz the Law
The most compelling story on the 2020 Derby trail so far is another reboot that does the original justice—Sackatoga Stable.
Racing
BetAmerica Launches Online Casino In Pennsylvania
The Churchill Downs-owned BetAmerica has officially launched Pennsylvania’s newest online casino today through its partnership with Erie’s Presque Isle Downs & Casino.
Press Release
Dodgers favored to win third NL pennant in four years
The Los Angeles Dodgers are the preseason favorite to represent the National League in the 2020 World Series. It would be their 24th pennant in franchise history—which would break a tie with the San Francisco Giants for most NL pennants all-time—and their third in four years.
MLB
Devin Booker deserves to be an NBA All-Star
BetAmerica has teamed up with Covers and Oddschecker to break down the latest news and trends from around the Association. This week NBA columnists Andrew Caley, Sam Farley and Ryan Murphy discuss Zion Williamson’s Rookie of the Year candidacy, the Buck’s championship odds, and this season’s biggest All-Star snubs.
NBA
Pebble Beach Pro-Am preview and pick
The PGA Tour's West Coast swing moves up to the Monterey Peninsula this weekend for the Pebble Beach Pro-Am, which concludes as usual at Pebble Beach Golf Links.
Golf
Dodgers' World Series odds get a big boost after acquiring Betts
Los Angeles lost a major star on Jan. 26 with the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant. Ten days later they've gained a new one with the arrival of Mookie Betts. The Dodgers acquired the former AL MVP from the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday evening in a blockbuster three-team trade. Betts will be joined in the City of Angels by former AL Cy Young winner David Price.
MLB
Justin Fields, Trevor Lawrence open as Heisman favorites
Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields and Clemson signal caller Trevor Lawrence opened as Heisman favorites for the 2020 season, along with three other QBs.
College Football
Kentucky Derby Top 10: Tiz the Law ascends
A trio of promising 3-year-olds took center stage on the Road to the Kentucky Derby last Saturday.
Racing
Kentucky Derby contender profile: Max Player
You won't hear anyone knocking the pedigree of Max Player, who joined the Road to the Kentucky Derby with a decisive victory in the Withers (G3).
Racing
MLB win totals: Nationals bound to regress in 2020
BetAmerica is getting ready for the return of America's national pastime with a full slate of Major League Baseball win totals. Today we look at the defending World Series champion Nationals, as well as two clubs that finished below .500 in 2019.
MLB
UFC Fight Night: Anderson vs. Blachowicz preview and pick
Corey Anderson and Jan Blachowicz have history, and this rematch comes with title implications. Who has what it takes to be next in line for a world title?
MMA
The best NBA players to never make an All-Star Game
The NBA All-Star Game has steadily evolved into a popularity contest. Sure, the midseason showcase always has elite ballers, but the players at the end of the bench are often there because of name recognition rather than production. That's led to more than a few players being overlooked. Let’s look at five of the best NBA players of all-time that were never selected for the NBA All-Star Game.
NBA
Bettors are jumping on the Cincinnati Reds' World Series odds
The Cincinnati Reds have yet to enter spring training but that hasn’t stopped bettors getting excited about the team’s chances of winning their first World Series since 1990.
MLB
What's next for the 49ers after Super Bowl loss?
After an impressive 13-3 season that erased the awful memories of the previous five losing seasons, the 49ers just couldn’t get it done in the final minutes of the Super Bowl, and that opens the door to speculation about where this team goes from here.
NFL
EPL game of the week: Brighton vs. Watford
With the English Premier League in the middle of a winter break, only a few teams are playing this weekend. The biggest match is between teams in and around the relegation zone—Brighton and Watford. Brighton has gone 2-1-2 in the past five matches between these two teams, but with Watford trying to get out of the relegation zone, will it have the juice to earn three vital points?
Soccer
The 5 biggest moves at the NBA trade deadline
The NBA trade deadline gives teams an opportunity to add key players, salvage their season, or look toward the future. These trades can turn pretenders to contenders and champions to dynasties. Let's take a look at the five biggest trades made at the deadline.
NBA
Seahawks a live longshot to win Super Bowl LV
When the odds to win Super Bowl LV were released late Sunday night, the Seattle Seahawks were tabbed as +2000 longshots, tied for just the eighth-lowest odds on the market with the Dallas Cowboys. Four clubs in their own conference apparently have a better chance to hoist the Lombardi Trophy at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium in 2021. Here’s why bettors should not overlook the Seahawks next season.
NFL
