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Carmelo Anthony’s Denver Nuggets/New York Knicks Jerseys Debate Rages On

There’s a slew of NBA novelty bets for the Finals. But one that hasn’t surfaced is odds on whether Carmelo Anthony will have his jersey number retired with the Nuggets, Knicks, both, or neither. Before the Nuggets' burly center, Nikola Jokic, emerged...

Casino.org Staff Writer June 7, 2023

Tensions Flare Among DC Sports Betting Contractors — Report

An executive responsible for Washington DC’s troubled sports betting rollout was paid handsomely while the program fell short of its revenue targets, leading to behind-the-scenes tensions among program participants, according to documents reported Wednesday. The report adds to the woes facing sports...

Casino.org Staff Writer June 7, 2023

Connecticut Motorist Was Drinking at Mohegan Sun Casino Before Deadly Crash

A driver who allegedly killed two good Samaritans on a Connecticut highway last September had several drinks at the Mohegan Sun gaming property shortly before the crash, authorities recently revealed. The suspect, Derion Coker, 29, of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, was arrested on...

Casino.org Staff Writer June 7, 2023
Tyler Herro

NBA Finals: Miami Heat’s Tyler Herro Out for Game 3

Miami Heat shooting guard Tyler Herro won't suit up for Game 3 of the NBA Finals because of a hand injury that occurred in the first game of the playoffs. Herro fractured his right hand in Game 1 of the opening round...

Casino.org Staff Writer June 7, 2023

Nevada Sewage Plant Near Lake Mead Sees Massive Overflow

An equipment failure at a water treatment plant last week was the apparent cause of a sewage spill near Las Vegas. The incident caused more than 863K gallons of wastewater to overflow, with some spilling into a creek that flows into Lake...

Casino.org Staff Writer June 7, 2023
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Aussie Bettor Sues Sportsbooks for Not Telling Him He Had a Gambling Problem

A sports bettor in Australia spent more than AU$600,000 (US$401,580) wagering on different events for years, but apparently didn’t come out ahead. If he had, he wouldn’t be suing two sportsbooks he accuses of not telling him he had a gambling problem....

Casino.org Staff Writer June 7, 2023
Chinese snooker player Liang Wenbo during a match with Neil Robertson of Australia

Snooker Match-Fixing Scandal Leads to Lifetime Bans, Suspensions

Years of training and dedication have only led to failure for two veteran Chinese snooker players. Liang Wenbo and Li Hang have been given lifetime bans by the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) for their participation in match-fixing in the...

Casino.org Staff Writer June 7, 2023
Poker player Layne Flack during a game

Poker Hall of Fame Opens Window for 2023 Fan Nominations

The nomination window for the 2023 Poker Hall of Fame (PHOF) is officially open. Poker fans everywhere can now submit their recommendations for who should be the next inductee, and the competition once again will be stiff this year. The PHOF is...

Casino.org Staff Writer June 7, 2023
Aaron Judge

New York Yankees Send Slugger Aaron Judge to Injured List

New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge sustained a big toe injury, which will land him on the 10-day injured list, after he made a highlight-reel catch against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Judge sat out the last two games with a swollen...

Casino.org Staff Writer June 6, 2023
Bally's Rhode Island casinos smoking

Bally’s Previous Rhode Island iGaming Revenue Forecast Could Fall $50M Short

A recent Rhode Island Department of Revenue report shows that revenue from legalized iGaming could be $50M less than previously expected, according to a new financial report. The estimate is the latest from consulting firm Christiansen Capital Advisors, LLC. The firm complied...

Casino.org Staff Writer June 6, 2023