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BIG 50 No-Limit Hold 'em $5 Million Event Kicks Off Opening Weekend of World Series of Poker in Las Vegas
The biggest poker event in the world begins this week in Las Vegas, and the 50th annual World Series of Poker (WSOP) promises to be a special edition and event. The Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino hosts poker players from around the world, and a record-breaking turnout is expected for 89 gold bracelet events after last year's WSOP drew players from 102 countries with 123,865 participants ...
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Will Preakness Payoff For War of Will, Owendale or Longshot Bettors?
The 144th Preakness Stakes is set for Saturday, May 18, and the field of 13 is led by the race favorite Improbable. The Bob Baffert trained colt is talented for sure, but not our pick to win or profit in the Preakness.
I provided Preakness coverage for a number of outlets, and you can read all about the race, horses, odds and more at TheLines. I also chip in a Preakness betting guide with insight and info you can bet on, ...
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Portland Trailblazers Ready to Bounce Back in Game 2 of Western Conference Finals
One of the mis-calculated situations by many bettors in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals was Portland’s energy level coming off not only a Game 7 road win at Denver, but traveling from the Mile High and altitude. The Blazers were never in sync and couldn’t recover against the champs in the fourth quarter after trailing by 6 points. The Warriors blew out the Blazers in the final frame to win ...
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Betting on Bethpage Black and the PGA Championship
This page will be updated with additional information and links throughout PGA Championship week May 13-19.
The 2019 PGA Championship is on Long Island with a new date in May. The top-100 players in the World Golf Rankings will tee it up on the difficult public course at Bethpage Black starting May 16.
I provide an initial PGA Championship preview at Forbes, along with a Q & A with Kerry Haigh, the Chief Championship Officer respon...
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The 2019 Kentucky Derby Is Wide Open - and Wet
Get ready for another rainy day and wet race track at Churchill Downs for the 2019 Kentucky Derby. The 145th running is gaining stream like the betting interest and players that will be pounding in their wagers at the windows and on mobile devices looking to cash in on America's biggest horse race and event.
I provided Kentucky Derby previews, picks and analysis at Forbes along with coverage at TheLines with added picks and previews at PlayPi...
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Rockets and Bucks try to bounce back in Game 2 vs. Warriors and Celtics
Trailing the series 1-0, the Rockets and Bucks are looking for more offense and stronger shooting in their Game 2 match-ups against the Warriors and Celtics. The conference semifinals features the NBA's top teams, and more competitive series and odds are playing out.
Here is the insight and analysis I provided on those conference semifinal match-ups at Off Shore Gaming Association.
Tues., April 30
#4 Boston at #1 ...
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Warriors and Rockets Playoff Rematch Drawing Most NBA Betting Interest
The Warriors and Rockets tipoff conference semifinal action Sunday, and Golden State is currently a -250 favorite to win the series over Houston with the Rockets +200 to win and advance.
In my latest article at Forbes, I break down key series between the Warriors and Rockets with Game 1 and series situations and betting info, along with the other conference semifinal series prices and adjusted odds to win the NBA ...
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NBA Opening Round Playoffs Continue with the Pacers, Pistons, Thunder and Jazz looking to Dig out of 2-0 Hole
Here is a link to my article at Offshore Gaming Association (OSGA) on early NBA playoff action and strong 3-point shooting.
Some key 3-point highlights related to betting through 19 playoff games include:
Teams that made more 3-point shots are 15-4 SU/ATS
Teams that made a higher percentage of 3-point shots are 17-2 SU/ATS
The Warriors (43%), Trailblazers (42.1%), ...
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