Currently, West Virginia online sportsbooks have an extensive selection available for users to choose from.
In between college basketball and NBA wagers, gamblers from Mountain State can explore a diverse range of options including PGA, NASCAR, and UFC events. They can even consider betting on MLB exhibition games.
Let’s take a look.
UFC 259: Will Adesanya annex another title?
Despite moving up a weight class to challenge the current light-heavyweight titleholder Jan Blachowicz at UFC 259 on Saturday, the middleweight champion Israel Adesanya maintains a strong favoritism.
In recent days, the DraftKings WV Sportsbook line has been influenced by a shift in Blachowicz’s monetary support. Consequently, Adesanya’s odds have become more appealing, decreasing from -278 to -230.
One more highly favored option is not available for betting on the DraftKings moneyline, however, it will be seriously taken into account in proposition bets.
Amanda Nunes, widely regarded as the most dominant female fighter in the sport, holds a remarkable record and draws significant attention from fans. In her upcoming fight, she stands at a strong -1250 odds against Megan Anderson, who is considered the underdog at +750. Nunes will be defending her featherweight title in this highly anticipated bout.
There will probably be a lot of betting activity focused on the outcome of the Nunes fight. The odds for a Nunes KO/TKO are set at even money. If Nunes wins by decision, the payout will be +400, and for a submission victory, it will be +800.
In those categories, the Anderson payouts vary between +1100 and +2500.
Betters at FanDuel WV have the option to place a wager on the How Fight Will End prop. This particular prop covers both fighters and offers different payout rates. Specifically, a KO/TKO is valued at -140, a submission at +195, and a decision at +400.
Nunes displays a highly assertive demeanor, while Anderson has concluded his previous four fights within the initial round.
Petr Yan and Aljamain Sterling epitomize true equality as Yan makes his first defense of the bantamweight title. The betting frenzy surrounding this fight led to a significant shift, with Yan’s odds moving from -143 to both fighters being -110 at DraftKings. This now mirrors the line typically seen in an NFL game.
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How to watch
- The Early Prelims will commence at 6 p.m. and will be available on Fight Pass.
- The preliminary round will be broadcasted on ESPN and ESPN+ starting at 8 p.m.
- The main card will be available for purchase on ESPN+ at 10 p.m.
NASCAR betting: Will big names break Out?
Since the inception of the Cup Series circuit in February, lesser-known drivers have been emerging victorious at NASCAR.
The highly anticipated big names are scheduled for Sunday’s Pennzoil 400, which is evident from the DraftKings board. The race will commence at 3:30 p.m. EST on Fox.
Kevin Harvick has the highest odds at +600 to win, closely followed by Martin Truex Jr. at +650.
Chase Elliott, the current Cup Series champion, has odds of +800. Similarly, Brad Keselowski and Joey Logano also have odds of +800.
Finding good value can be achieved through alternative methods. The drivers in this category have odds ranging from +175 to +235 for finishing in the top three.
After winning the Dixie Vodka 400, William Byron is earning more recognition in the betting world. With odds of +1800 to win, he is considered a great value. Moreover, his odds of +450 for a top three finish and -134 for a top 10 finish suggest that gamblers have faith in his consistent performance.
Betting tip: Winning in consecutive weeks is a challenging feat for drivers. So far this year, no driver has achieved a repeat victory. Therefore, it is highly likely that a driver who recently triumphed will offer an exceptional betting opportunity in the upcoming week.
Additionally, prop betting lineups are also favorable.
Which manufacturer is expected to have the winning driver?
- Ford +135
- Chevy +170
- Toyota +230
Which team’s driver will win?
- Joe Gibbs +240
- Hendrick Motorsports +275
- Team Penske +290
Arnold Palmer Invitational: Wide open
The DraftKings board for the Arnold Palmer Invitational, taking place from Thursday to Sunday, is filled with numerous long shots.
In the betting prior to the opening round, Rory McIlroy has odds of +850, making him one of the favorites. Bryson DeChambeau and Viktor Hovland also have good chances with odds of +1200.
How to watch
- The Golf Channel will broadcast from 2-6 p.m. EST on Thursday and Friday.
- The golf tournament will be broadcasted on the Golf Channel from 12:30-2:30 p.m. EST on Saturday-Sunday. Following that, CBS will take over the broadcast from 2:30-6 p.m. EST on the same days.
In addition, bettors have the opportunity to take advantage of the modified odds following the first round (as the initial round leader seldom emerges as the ultimate winner) and engage in hole-by-hole and matchup prop bets during the remaining three days.
According to Johnny Avello, the director of race and sportsbook operations for DraftKings, our golf bettors frequently engage in high-risk betting. Instead of simply focusing on the early line favorites, they opt for long shot bets like Harris English at odds of 55-1 or Kyle Stanley at a staggering 150 to 1 (+15000).
“I can’t blame them for taking a real shot because the payouts can be truly fantastic.”
Just a couple of weeks ago, Max Homa, a 60-1 long shot, emerged victorious in a playoff against Tony Finau.
There are additional effective methods to earn money, such as selecting a golfer ranked within the top 20 or focusing on a specific round. If you notice positive body language from a golfer, you can begin placing bets on their scores for each individual hole. What makes this strategy advantageous is that it encompasses continuous action, allowing you to utilize your firsthand assessment of the golfer’s performance.
Besides DraftKings, FanDuel and William Hill WV also have an impressive selection of golf options available.
At FanDuel, you can find a variety of betting options including round matchups, make/miss the cut props, and in-game matchups.
At William Hill, you can place “double-chance” bets which combine two players to win. If McIlroy or Hovland emerge victorious, the odds are +450.
The odds for these and other bets will be modified based on the activity.
Betting on MLB: Exhibition games do count
During one day this week, DraftKings featured 14 of them. Moreover, there is a vast lineup available every day.
Both underdogs and favorites are priced reasonably, making the odds playable.
There exist discrepancies during the regular season.
Totals or run lines are nonexistent since managers have the flexibility to choose whether or not to use additional pitchers or halt the games at a specific juncture. Moreover, it becomes challenging to establish a line when considering players who may not make it to the major leagues just a month later.
Fortunately, during the beginning of the Grapefruit season, favorites are not excessively restrictive. For instance, there might be a few -240 lines on players like Gerrit Cole, due to pitchers not being able to pitch for extended periods.
As the conclusion of the spring training season approaches, additional betting opportunities may become available.
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