Official betting is available for many sports, including the NBA (Washington Wizards) and the NHL (Detroit Red Wings). You can place bets on moneylines, spreads, total points, and more. The Washington Capitals are another local team for which you can bet, and the franchise has seen success in recent years.
In the spring of 2022, Californians voted on two major propositions that could have legalized sports betting in the state. Both initiatives broke ad spending records and saw heavy support from the state’s tribes, but ultimately were defeated by voters. It is unclear whether sports betting will return to California’s ballot in the future.
Colorado’s first sportsbooks began taking wagers in May of 2021, but the state has restrictions that limit the types of bets that can be placed. In-state collegiate game outcomes are allowed, but player prop bets are prohibited.
Maryland is a prime market for sports betting, with several major operators launching online sites in the Old Line State. DraftKings Sportsbook, Caesars Sportsbook, BetMGM Sportsbook, and FanDuel Sportsbook are all ready to accept bets from Maryland residents.
Connecticut has been a quiet sports betting market in recent years, but it is now one of the most active. The Nutmeg State has several large free-standing casinos, and the nation’s largest tribal operator is in the process of building a new casino near Foxwoods.