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Around the League with NBA News and Notes

Posted by | Nov 17, 2018 |

The NBA season is in full swing and the action continues to heat up.  The Warriors remain the toast of the league, but intrigue is all around with Jimmy Butler heading to Philadelphia, and of course, King James playing his debut season with the Los Angeles Lakers.  For fans looking for more basketball action, an NBA sportsbook may be a good option. In order to keep your NBA knowledge up and improve your betting, here are some news and notes from around the league this week. Anthony Davis and Kevin Durant to the Lakers? LeBron James turned in his best performance since joining the Lakers in Wednesday’s win over the Blazers. James dropped 44 points and hauled in 10 rebounds — draining 13 of 19 shots he attempted. But really, his inaugural season with the team can be viewed as more of a stepping stone, as the team builds for the future with its young core. All eyes will be on what the Lakers do in free agency over the summer, as a number of superstars may be available. Former NBA player Jarrett Jack believes the Lakers will be able to sign two max players — Kevin Durant and Anthony Davis. That would instantly give them the best frontcourt in the league, allowing them to compete with the Warriors. Not only that, this would officially make them a superteam....

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What Do Baseball And Hockey Have In Common

Posted by | Nov 17, 2018 |

We’re head over heels crazy over hockey. And when you get together with people who love hockey as much as we do, like the team at Hockey Pursuits does, everything from hockey helmets to hockey skills is exciting to talk about. But have you ever thought about comparing hockey to another one of the greatest sports in the world? Two of the greatest sports around, hockey and baseball might not seem like they could have much in common, but in fact they have more in common than you might imagine. From team culture and sportsmanship to competitiveness and rivalry, the two sports share many qualities. Team Culture Team culture is not about how many players are on the ice or on a field at a time. It is about the atmosphere that is built among the players of the same team. In both hockey and baseball, team culture is founded on championship. This is an environment where the emphasis is not just on the results of a game, but on the relationships within the team. This type of culture promotes positivity and friendship among players in order for them to work more effectively together when it comes to game time. This is not the same as a cut-throat or a comfortable culture, both of which have an imbalanced focus. Teamwork in both hockey and baseball are essential for success...

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Sporting Events: A Great Time To Sell

Posted by | Nov 16, 2018 |

The United States hosts a lot of sporting event each year, ranging from basketball tournaments, baseball matches, and American football games. These events allow families to visit the venue and have a good day watching the games. Because of the sheer number of people who are heading to venues, like stadiums, during a certain game schedule, companies have come up with the idea of building their canopy tents either inside or outside the venue and promote their products. They are taking advantage of the fact that a lot of people would be attending a certain event, from hundreds to thousands of individuals, making their target market huge. Companies would like to offer their products at a venue because there is a chance that there will be people who would develop an interest in the product they sell, no matter what it is. Many companies who are trying to sell their products at a sporting event choose to house their representatives or marketers inside a promotional canopy, which is a tent-like structure that bears the name of their company up front. This way, people who are visiting the games would be informed about the company’s basic details, like their name, logo, and website. One of the most frequent businesses found inside sporting events would be food-related businesses. Food trucks and food carts abound, especially near stadiums and other large-scale venues....

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Make It Easy To Bet On The English Premier League And Win!

Posted by | Nov 14, 2018 |

Hello!! Football or soccer lovers, of course, all eyes on 2018/19 Premiers league as well as doubling or tripling your account money with EPL (English Premier League) betting.  For our new viewer each year during Premier League 20 team battles to take the honor of being crowned for English championship. These 20 teams are further replaced by three major clubs of Britain that are promoted from the championship. According to sporting pedia, the Premier League is the most watched league on the planet with 900 million homes watching the action in 190 countries, thus becoming the best platform for betting. The English Premier League (EPL) is arguably the biggest and best domestic football competition in the world. The EPL contains the best 20 teams in England and Wales that play each other twice (home and away) from August to May in a bid to be crowned Champions. Some the world famous team who have made fix position due to promising performance each time are Manchester United (13), Chelsea (5), Arsenal (3), Manchester City (3), Blackburn Rovers (1) and Leicester City (1). The EPL Pro Picks generates approximately €2 billion in television revenue every season and by betting adds another billion of profit at the end of each year, which allows its clubs to attract the best players from around the globe. How To Bet On The English Premier League...

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How Martial Arts Help You Take Control Of Your Life

Posted by | Nov 14, 2018 |

Whether referring to Shotokan karate, Kung Fu or Tai Chi, there is no doubt that martial arts have a positive impact upon our health. It has already been shown that general physical activity is known to release a number of “feel-good” hormones; leading to a more balanced emotional outlook. However, martial arts take this benefit to the next level. Why is such a lifestyle one of the most effective ways to regain control of your life and to enjoy a superior level of psychological clarity? Let us take a look at what recent findings have discovered. Peace and Clarity: Mental Acuity Regularly performing martial arts (at least twice each week) can help to lower levels of aggression; particularly when adopted by teenagers and adolescents. This likely arises from the fact that one of the basic tenets of any martial art is to achieve control over wayward (and negative) emotions. It is therefore no surprise that this very same training will help to soothe a rough or frayed mental state. In fact, many equate martial arts to represent a physical form of meditation due to the amount of focus that is required. Combating Anxiety and Depression It is also interesting to note that martial arts have been known to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. This is likely a direct result of the hormones that were mentioned earlier in the...

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EuroLeague Round 7 Preview

Posted by | Nov 10, 2018 |

We are now at Round 7 of the Euroleague and the stakes are extremely high for all teams participating.  With the games coming up, we want to preview the top matches and provide insight. A lot of basketball fans are gearing up for the game by participating in EuroLeague betting, and there is certainly a lot of money to be won if the right bets are made.  Let’s take a look at the intriguing storylines heading into Round 7. Winning and Losing Streaks FC Barcelona Lassa will travel to Zalgiris Kaunas on Friday night. Barcelona on a hot streak and will be traveling to Lithuania full of confidence after winning four consecutive games. Zalgiris, has the strange distinction of having won on every road trip, but having lost every home game so far this season. This matchup will be particularly meaningful for Kevin Pangos, who left Zalgiris to join Barcelona this summer. Pangos has had a good start to his season and is hoping to step up and show his old team what they are missing as Zalgiris goes in search of that elusive first home win. Top Coaches Face Off David Blatt and Zeljko Obradovic are two of the top basketball coaches in the EuroLeague and will face each other for the first time when Olympiacos Piraeus and Fenerbahce Istanbul meet in Greece.  Fenerbahce has won five out...

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Are Electrical Scooters Legal in New York City?

Posted by | Nov 8, 2018 |

A pedestrian walking alongside New York is sure to encounter an e-bike on his or her way. E-scooters are popular among the delivery cyclists in New York. It’s easy to deliver with an e-scooter in hand. Even the teenagers are falling in love with e-scooters day by day. Maybe the reason is that e-scooters are much faster than regular scooters. But are electrical scooters legal in New York? Here’s an answer that might shock you. No, e-scooters are not legal on the roads of New York.   Well, e-bikes are not fully illegal as older delivery workers can use them for delivery purpose. But the delivery man needs to be registered. Than you might ask are electrical scooters legal in New York? My answer is, “No, New York state law declared them illegal and they are not thinking about making it legal.” They are not legal but the law is not enforced. So, when someone walks alongside the roads of Manhattan, Brooklyn he or she is sure to encounter an electrical scooter. Basically, the teenagers use electric scooters a lot. Riding e-scooters saves more time and manpower. The west coast of NY is abuzz with electric scooters. As they are illegal the rule violator will receive a penalty of $500 if he or she gets caught. They might even seize his scooter too.   The electrical scooter gained so...

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Premier League Clubs Sponsorship, 2018

Posted by | Oct 27, 2018 |

Every club tries to improve its team performance; therefore, every club tries to sign contracts with well-performing players to compete well in the premier league. Every summer, a large sum of money are exchanged as top football clubs vie for best players. A player is always interested to be a key player in the team and to be recognised among the first team to exploit its full potential and to able to attract higher market value. With the emergence of online casinos, their influence has increased in the football industry through sponsorship as they try to improve their brand and exposure to potential customers. It’s also a boost for the club as more money are added to their transfer or wage budget. English Premier League is currently the most entertaining league in the football industry and commands a very significant influence hence has increased due to the many fans interested in the league. Details can be found on this website. Betting companies sponsorship in the English premier league Online betting company’s support in the English premier has increased over the past few years, and this has contributed a lot as an essential part of their revenue apart from the club broadcast rights. Previously a wide range of industries including some breweries, banks and some companies were the primary sponsors of premier league but currently, online betting companies dominate the...

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Twinspire Sprint: Who’s in for the Speed?

Twinspire Sprint: Who’s in for the Speed?

Posted by | Oct 25, 2018 |

The gate Churchill Down are open again for the horse lovers spreading $30 millions from the sky of Kentucky. This year Breeder’s Cup World Championship is marked for 2-3 November at Churchill Down, Kentucky. The 35th anniversary of the Breeders Cup is marked for Louisville. This 12 race event is open for betting from all over the world. Starting from the annual series Grade 1 $6 million race to $1 million Sprint, this championship is heaven for betters. Races like Classic, Mile, Dirt Mile, Longines Distaff will be the one to decide next world champion. Here is the one...

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Devonta Freeman Ends Up on Injured Reserve

Posted by | Oct 16, 2018 |

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) during an NFL regular season football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on September 6, 2018, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA. Devonta Freeman‘s 2018 season is all but over. Per Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer, the 26-year-old running back will undergo groin surgery and is subsequently being placed on injured reserve by the Atlanta Falcons. Though he’s eligible to return in eight weeks, it’s unlikely he’ll do so should the Falcons not be in the playoff hunt. They currently stand at 2-4 after Sunday’s 34-29 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.  You can rest assured that the loss of Freeman will hurt the Falcon’s playoff odds on bet sites like Novibet and will really hurt Atlanta’s offense. Big loss from Falcons as they are going to place Devonta Freeman on IR today @NFLonFOX — Jay Glazer (@JayGlazer) October 16, 2018 Freeman has appeared in just two games in 2018, the season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles and Atlanta’s Week Five contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers. During that time, he tallied 14 carries for 68 rushing yards in addition to adding 23 receiving yards on five catches. None of those reps resulted in touchdowns. Head coach Dan Quinn provided details on Freeman’s injury while remaining cautiously optimistic he’ll be back later in the year. “Following the game against Pittsburgh, where Devonta injured his...

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NBA deal with MGM could be the catalyst for US gambling boom

NBA deal with MGM could be the catalyst for US gambling boom

Posted by | Oct 15, 2018 |

In what could be a landmark moment in US sports betting, the NBA have announced MGM as their official gaming partner, becoming the first of the US major sports leagues to team up with a sportsbook provider. Basketball’s pro league will receive $25 million over the course of the three-year deal, while MGM will get the rights to NBA highlights, the league and team logos, access to the NBA’s official data feed and will be credited as the ‘official gaming partner’ of the NBA and WNBA. Though the money the NBA will receive as part of the deal is...

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Khabib v Mcgregor – Head to Head

Posted by | Oct 4, 2018 |

When ‘the eagle’ Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor ‘the notorious’ McGregor face off at UFC 229 there is no doubt it will be the biggest fight in the history of the sport. Both are entering the contest in the height of their careers with it all to lose. The bout is set to take place on October 6th at the T-Mobile arena in Las Vegas and has been long awaited and is likely to surpass the previous pay per view records within the UFC. McGregor is returning from a two year absence from the octagon which has to be seen as a negative but he did face off against the greatest boxer of this generation in Floyd Mayweather Jr in the meantime. This had led to many believing he would not return to mixed martial arts as he made a vast sum of money from this contest in the region of $100 million. He now returns and with this rivalry with the Russian beginning to boil over, it all but sets up for a fascinating contest come fight night. The credentials and attributes of each fighter can be seen in the infographic below. The McGregor vs Khabib odds make the Russian the current 4/7 favourite with McGregor at 6/4 to gain the...

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Five Takeaways From Chicago Bulls Media Day

Posted by | Sep 28, 2018 |

Recently, all 30 NBA teams participated in NBA Media Day. This is a day to celebrate the beginning of the new season, giving media and fans an insight into all of the NBA teams. It also gives players and coaches a chance to address the media. For Bulls fans, this year’s media day should have them feeling hopeful. The young Bulls outfit is looking healthy, excited to play, and are showing signs of team chemistry which this team has lacked in previous seasons. This may end up paying big dividends for fans who select Bulls players to their team in Daily Fantasy.  If you want to learn more about Draft Kings, then following the Bulls and other NBA teams is a good place to start. Here are five takeaways from the Chicago Bulls Media Day. 1. Lauri’s Been Lifting  Lauri Markkanen was possibly the Bulls best player last season and comes into this season with high expectations to be a core piece of the young squad. He is also coming into the season with an extra 17 pounds of muscle. Visibly larger, Markkanen said he now weighs 240 pounds, whereas last season he weighed 223. He credited this to increased time in the weight room. When asked about how it will impact his game, Lauri spoke about how his size will help him in the post. He will be...

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Pesky Mascots and the Road to the Majors

Pesky Mascots and the Road to the Majors

Posted by | Sep 28, 2018 |

A Surprising Trend in Team Mascots and Collegiate Picks As the baseball season winds down, fans across the nation will be watching closely for their favorite teams to make the playoffs in the Hunt for October. Part of being a hardcore fan is ride-or-die loyalty and fanatical team pride, especially at the end of the season. Of course, that’s why baseball teams have fun and, let’s say…enthusiastic (an understatement, at best) mascots to engage fans and players with their amusing antics to keep camaraderie and morale up. These playful personalities entertain and interact with fans throughout games and events...

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Crawford the key as Chicago Blackhawks bid to bounce back

Posted by | Sep 26, 2018 |

Chicago Blackhawks were defeated 4-2 by Detroit Red Wings in their latest pre-season game on Thursday as they continued their preparations for the new NHL campaign. Two goals in the third period secured victory for the Red Wings, but Chicago showed some promising signs for the upcoming season. The Blackhawks’ decline since winning the Stanley Cup in 2015 has been rapid, culminating in them missing the play-offs last year for the first time in nine seasons. Corey Crawford’s concussion undoubtedly played a key role in Chicago’s demise, with the netminder missing the final 47 games last term. Crawford has confirmed that he is still feeling the effects of the concussion and the Blackhawks have signed former Caroline Hurricanes goalie Cam Ward to lead them when the new season starts. The club has moved to shore up its leaky backline, with promising defencemen Adam Boqvist and Nicolas Beaudin drafted this summer. Chris Kunitz and Brandon Manning have also arrived in Chicago, although fans were less than impressed with their signings. The new boys will have another chance to familiarise themselves with the Blackhawks at Ottawa Senators on Friday, before returning home to face the Red Wings on Tuesday, September 25. If you need a hotel room in Chicago, check Chicagohotels.org for the best options. We recommend the Hotel Chicago West Loop which is situated close to the United Center. Rates...

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Golden State Warriors look nailed on to make it three-in-a-row

Posted by | Sep 21, 2018 |

The 2018/19 NBA season is set to start on October 16 with Golden State Warriors the hot favourites to win the title for the third year in succession. With LeBron James leaving Cleveland Cavaliers for Los Angeles Lakers, the Warriors’ main challenge is expected to come from elsewhere this term. Despite the Golden State Warriors being on team, the other teams are showing off their chances to reign this season. We suggest that you keep an eye on sports wagering sites to stay updated on the other teams this season. Sites such as BetEasy rates Boston Celtics and Houston Rockets as the teams most likely to challenge the reigning champions, although the Lakers are also prominent in the betting. Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia could be amongst the contenders for the Conference Finals, but its difficult to imagine anyone stopping Steph Curry and company lifting the top prize again this season. Read on as we look at three main talking points for the upcoming campaign.   Cousins a gamble worth taking Golden State Warriors have been the team to beat in the NBA over the past few seasons and that seems sure to continue over the coming months. The Warriors have strengthened their roster with the signing four-time All-Star DeMarcus Cousins, although his addition is a bit of a gamble. Cousins tore his achilles tendon last January and he is...

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What to Know About the Ball Bet Market

Posted by | Sep 21, 2018 |

The “pasar teruhan bola” or ball bet market is one of the major reasons for online gambling companies to install soccer betting. The ball betting market development involves different things, including monitoring the ball market’s progress before placing a bet as per chosen betting game. Different ways to check the ball bet market’s progress include the following:    Monitoring the development of the players that will be revealed by a football/soccer club    Checking the progress of a football/soccer club’s most recent game    Monitoring the progress of another football/soccer club (which is most probably the other ball club’s toughest rival) Basically, more the players revealed by a ball club, the higher the bet will be. Meanwhile, the progress of a football/soccer club’s most recent game can also help you determine if that club is your best bet for potential winnings. More so, betting can be easier for you if the football/soccer club’s performance during the entire season is consistent (on the winning side, of course). Hence, betting on that team can give you more chance of winning the bet, and also the team getting another win under their belt as well. On the other hand, monitoring the performance of the other football/soccer ball club (a.k.a. competitors/rivals) can affect your bet as well. That is why it is important to consider which team you will bet on for better chances of winning....

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Making the Case for Betting on McGregor at UFC 229

Making the Case for Betting on McGregor at UFC 229

Posted by | Sep 21, 2018 |

It’s fair to say that MMA fans are excited about next month’s UFC 229 main event of Conor McGregor vs Khabib Nurmagomedov. Say what you like about McGregor and the side show that follows his career, but he knows how to pick a good fight. Khabib is clearly the rising star of UFC, buoyed by that incredible winning streak, so for McGregor to choose to fight the Russian on his return is a brave decision. From a betting perspective, there are a lot of factors to look at. For a start, Khabib is the favourite with almost every sportsbook....

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3 Huge Shocks That Lit Up the 2018 Winter Olympics

Posted by | Sep 7, 2018 |

The Winter Olympics is famous for producing an upset or two. If you don’t believe me, then you’ve clearly never watched Cool Runnings. But the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeonchang were remarkable for numerous reasons, from surprise political truce between North and South Korea that saw them enter a united Korean team in women’s ice hockey and march together under a unification flag at the opening ceremony, and then of course some surprise results and the creation of some new sporting stars. In the article below, we’ll take a look at three of the biggest shocks and talking points of the 2018 games, to see what made them so special. Germany Beat Canada in Ice Hockey One of the most nailed on Gold medals you can predict at the Winter Olympics is that Canada will land the top prize in Ice Hockey – even if they don’t have access to their NHL stars, as was a big controversy in the country in the build-up to the games. Nevertheless, Canada has won gold no less than nine times, most recently in the 2010 and 2014 games, meanwhile, the last time Germany even made the medals was way back in 1976 when West Germany won bronze. So, when Canada simply had to beat Germany – who didn’t even qualify for Ice Hockey at the 2014 Olympics – to make their way...

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Top NFL Rookies to Watch in 2018

Posted by | Sep 6, 2018 |

With the end of the preseason, training camps around the NFL are wrapped up. So too are the position battles that took place over the last month-and-a-half. So which rookies were successful in their attempt to beat out a veteran for a starting job? Here are 10 training camp battles that appear to have been won by players from this year’s rookie class. These rookies are NFL players to watch on 2018/9 season. Sam Darnold, Quarterback, New York Jets Jets head coach Todd Bowles reportedly wasn’t going to name a starting quarterback until next week, but it’s now confirmed that Sam Darnold will start over Josh McCown after a solid outing in the Jets’ third preseason game. The third overall pick led an 11-play, 75-yard touchdown drive to open the game against the New York Giants last week, and he finished 8 of 16 for 86 yards with a touchdown pass. Terrific opening drive orchestrated by Sam Darnold. He has to be a starter from Week 1, doesn’t he? #NYGvsNYJ — Kimberly Jones (@KimJonesSports) August 24, 2018 Sam Darnold is the Jets' Week 1 starter. Book it. — Dan Hanzus (@DanHanzus) August 24, 2018 Touchdown. Sam Darnold to Terrelle Pryor. The #Jets have their Week 1 starter, folks. — Connor Hughes (@Connor_J_Hughes) August 25, 2018 It’s also worth noting that between the three quarterbacks, Darnold has taken the most...

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