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U.S. heavily favored vs. France in gold medal tilt
After surviving a scare from Serbia, the U.S. men's basketball team is a -16.5 favorite for Saturday's Olympic gold medal showdown against host France.
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BETTING SURCHARGE LOOMING
What's the impact of DraftKings' betting surcharge?
DraftKings sportsbook's decision to implement a surcharge to payouts from winning bets could send ripple effects throughout the betting industry.
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BETTING BUZZ
Betting buzz: Patriots facing worst odds in Kraft era
The Patriots are not favored in a single game all season for the first time in franchise history.
BETTING 101
Point spreads, moneylines, parlays and more: The beginner's guide to sports betting
Ready to enter the world of sports betting? Here's everything you need to know to get started.
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THREE BETS FOR ALL 32 TEAMS
2024 NFL betting: Three picks for all 32 teams
Which win totals and prop bets offer value heading into the 2024 NFL season?
Who will have a higher win total this season: Giants or Commanders?
Why Erin Dolan is picking the Chiefs to lead the NFL in wins
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SEC betting preview: Win totals, conference and national title odds
The SEC is more loaded than ever with new additions Oklahoma and Texas. Here are each team's odds and our favorite bet going into the 2024 season.
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MMA
Expert picks and best bets: Can Spivac get back on track at UFC Fight Night?
Which fighters have the edge at UFC Fight Night? An MMA analyst and a betting insider make their picks.
BETTING SURCHARGE LOOMING
What's the impact of DraftKings' betting surcharge?
DraftKings sportsbook's decision to implement a surcharge to payouts from winning bets could send ripple effects throughout the betting industry.
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Michigan
NCAAF
Ohio State favored as new teams join Big Ten
Win totals, conference championship odds, and national championship futures from the 18-team Big Ten conference.
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Iowa State
NCAAF
The team Anita Marks has her eye on to win the Big 12
Anita Marks explains why she likes betting Iowa State to win the Big 12 next season.
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Georgia
NCAAF
Which team is the best bet to win the SEC?
Joe Fortenbaugh breaks down why he likes the Georgia Bulldogs to win the SEC this season.
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BETTING BUZZ
Betting buzz: Patriots facing worst odds in Kraft era
The Patriots are not favored in a single game all season for the first time in franchise history.
Betting
Big 12 betting preview: Win totals, conference and national title odds
Who will take the new-look Big 12? Here are each team's odds and our favorite bet ahead of the 2024 season.
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Point spreads, moneylines, parlays and more: The beginner's guide to sports betting
Ready to enter the world of sports betting? Here's everything you need to know to get started.
Betting
ACC betting preview: Win totals, conference and national title odds
Who are the contenders in the ACC? Here are each team's odds and win total projections heading into the 2024 season.
BETTING 101
Point spreads, moneylines, parlays and more: The beginner's guide to sports betting
Ready to enter the world of sports betting? Here's everything you need to know to get started.
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MMA
UFC, PFL expert picks: Nurmagomedov and Sandhagen battle for title shot
Which fighters have the edge at the UFC's Abu Dhabi event and the PFL playoffs?
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Rookie bettors camp
Ethan Miller/Getty Images Rookie bettors camp: Ultimate bankroll survival guide
Sports betting can be fun, but you need to have a plan. Here's everything you need to know about establishing a bankroll to bet responsibly.
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Christopher Hanewinckel/USA TODAY Sports Rookie bettors camp: Strategies to try to beat the book
Sports betting can be fun, but you need to have a plan. Here are the strategies and everything you need to know to be in the best position to bet this football season