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Jun 13, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) and guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) react after ToppinÕs three point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the third quarter of game four of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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The First Quarter Is the Worst Time to Make NBA Game Decisions

Six minutes into an NBA game, one team may be shooting 70 percent, the other may have collected three fouls, and somebody who...

September 21, 2026
Sep 13, 2026; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; A general view of an NFL game ball before the game between Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images
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Why Every Major League Prepares Its Game Balls Differently

Fans tend to notice a game ball only when it takes an odd bounce or slips through a receiver’s hands. Long before then,...

September 21, 2026
Aug 20, 2020; Ashburn, Virginia, USA; The helmet of Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (not pictured) rests on a cooler next to a trashcan with the retired Washington Redskins logo on day twenty-three of training camp at Inova Sports Performance Center in Ashburn, Virginia. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
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How The Washington Commanders Have Changed Since The Name Switch

On Feb. 2, 2022, the Washington Football Team became the Washington Commanders, ending its 18-month nickname-free tenure. Four and a half years on,...

September 21, 2026
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Which Crypto Casinos Offer the Most Rewarding Loyalty Perks?

Crypto casino loyalty programs often look similar on the surface: VIP levels, points, bonuses, and cashback offers. However, the real differences appear in...

September 18, 2026
Sep 12, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of the SMU Mustangs logo during the game between the Mustangs and the Aggies at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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NCAAF Week 3 Bets: 3 Short Underdogs That Probably Shouldn’t Be

By Mark Wallis, Co-Host of Weekday Wagers and CEO of JustTheStatsSports.com Walkin’ The Dogs went 1-1 last week and Week 3 brings a...

September 17, 2026
Apr 9, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Ryan Shea (5) takes a break during a stoppage in play against the New Jersey Devils during the second period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Luther Schlaifer-Imagn Images
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Edmonton Oilers 2026 Stanley Cup Odds: Is the 33-Year Canadian Curse About to Break?

Despite Canada being a nation obsessed with ice hockey, one that has produced some of the best players in the sport today, to...

September 16, 2026
Table Games Operations Manager John Hirsch drops casino chips in one of the new blackjack tables in the 1833 Club part of Potawatomi Casino Hotel s latest round of renovations, which includes new gaming areas, bars and restaurants located on the third floor on Thursday September 7, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wis.
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Microbetting Is Reshaping the Tempo of UK Casino Play

Something has shifted in the rhythm of British online gambling. The long build-up to a Saturday accumulator, the pre-match research, the patient wait...

September 16, 2026
Jul 16, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (7) speaks to reporters during his introductory press conference at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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What Were The Biggest Moves of the 2026 NBA Offseason?

The 2026 NBA offseason has produced several major changes across the league. Several established stars have changed teams, while others have signed important...

September 16, 2026
May 26, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Carter Hart (79) and defenseman Rasmus Andersson (4) celebrate winning the Western Conference playoffs against the Colorado Avalanche in game four of the Western Conference Final of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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How to Compare NHL Betting Sites Before You Bet

The puck drops in October, and millions of hockey fans across North America start thinking about more than just wins and losses. They’re...

September 14, 2026
Oct. 18, 2012; Tempe, AZ, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Chip Kelly on the sidelines against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Sun Devil Stadium. Oregon defeated Arizona State 43-21. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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NFL Offensive Coordinators Quietly Copying College Motion Concepts

If you watched an NFL broadcast in 2025, you probably noticed something that looked unusual a decade earlier: a receiver sprinting across the...

September 14, 2026
A Potawatomi sportsbook kiosk is seen in the 1833 Club, part of the Potawatomi Casino Hotel s latest round of renovations, which includes new gaming areas, bars and restaurants, located on the third floor on Thursday September 7, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wis.
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Sports Marketing Inside the Legal iGaming States: What Licensed Casino Operators Can and Cannot Say

Every sports marketer works within rules. League clean zones, broadcast standards, category exclusivity in a sponsorship deal, the clearance call from a client’s...

September 9, 2026
Aug 28, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; A general view of a Seattle Seahawks helmet against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half of the game at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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NFL in September 2026: Key Teams, Players and Storylines to Watch

September is a fantastic month for the NFL. It opens the season with plenty of intriguing matchups and players taking on crucial roles....

September 9, 2026
Jax State Coach Charles Kelly talks with players during college school football action at AmFirst Stadium in Jacksonville, Alabama September 5, 2026. (Dave Hyatt / Hyatt Media LLC)
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NCAAF Week 2 Bets: Jacksonville State, Buffalo Stand Out as Best Underdogs

By Mark Wallis, Co-Host of Weekday Wagers and CEO of JustTheStatsSports.com. This week, we start with a new segment called “Walkin’ The Dogs”....

September 8, 2026
Jul 28, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown (1) walks to practice for training camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
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5 NFL Storylines That Could Define 2026 Opening Month

The opening month of an NFL season rarely provides complete answers, but it can quickly change expectations. September puts offseason theories under real...

September 7, 2026