Louisiana Gambling News

Louisiana casino DiamondJacks must make a decision regarding its license

DiamondJacks Casino Under Pressure To Sell Or Surrender License

DiamondJacks Casino in Bossier has 60 days to sell its license in an extension granted by the Louisiana Gaming Control Board.

Posted on: February 24, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

NCAA Basketball preview and odds: LSU plays Kentucky

College Basketball Preview: LSU Takes On Kentucky

LSU travels to famed Rupp Arena to take on the Kentucky Wildcats in an SEC basketball showdown. Tip-off is 8 p.m. Louisiana time on ESPN.

Posted on: February 22, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

Louisiana sports fans have a language and traditions all their own

The Best Things About Being A Louisiana Sports Fan

In Louisiana, we don’t march to the beat of a different drum; we bring the whole darn brass band down and the second line. Why should our sports be any different? The explosion of online sports betting in Louisiana has been an exciting development and has given fans a chance to bet on the Tigers, […]

Posted on: February 18, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

Louisiana Mobile Sports Betting Raising The Bar

Louisiana Mobile Sports Betting Pumps Up The Volume

Louisiana mobile sports betting did so well in its early days that the state ranked #8 nationwide, beating out four other states!

Posted on: February 18, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

The upcoming Mardi Gras Futurity horse race at Louisiana Downs has the highest purse yet

Louisiana Downs Mardi Gras Futurity Horse Race Sees Record Interest

The historic Mardi Gras Futurity horse race is back in March under new owners with the biggest prize purse and most nominated horses yet.

Posted on: February 16, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

New Orleans Pelicans preview

NBA Review: New Orleans Pelicans Play The Dallas Mavericks

Thursday night the New Orleans Pelicans host the Mavericks at 7 p.m. It’s the last game before the NBA All-Star break.

Posted on: February 16, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

Already the team’s defensive coordinator, Dennis Allen takes over as head coach for NFL's New Orleans Saints

Put Him In (As) Coach: Dennis Allen Takes Charge As Saints New Head Coach

Dennis Allen has replaced Sean Payton as head coach for the NFL's New Orleans Saints. Making Allen the 11th head coach in history.

Posted on: February 14, 2022 | | Marian Rosin

Former LSU players take center stage and major bets for Super Bowl LVI

All Eyes On Former LSU Players In Super Bowl LVI, Plus Betting Odds

Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase are taking serious betting action in the props market. Are the former LSU players ready to be world champions?

Posted on: February 12, 2022 | | Fairway Jay

Spurs vs Pelicans preview

NBA Review: New Orleans Pelicans Face The San Antonio Spurs

On Saturday, as part of a six-game homestand at the Smoothie King Center, the Pelicans and their new guard will host the San Antonio Spurs.

Posted on: February 12, 2022 | | Darren Cooper

Sports bettors in LA and across the country expected to bet big on Super Bowl LVI

Super Bowl Betting Forecast: Millions More In Louisiana And Elsewhere

Super Bowl betting is expected to increase by 78% for Super Bowl LVI, according to research results from the American Gaming Association.

Posted on: February 10, 2022 | | Marian Rosin