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DAZN announces BetMGM as exclusive odds provider for U.S. boxing broadcasts

BetMGM will serve as the exclusive odds provider for DAZN’s U.S. boxing broadcasts.

Partnerships continue in the very busy sports betting landscape. DAZN, the world’s largest sports streaming service, and BetMGM, a leading sports betting and gaming platform, have evolved their partnership, with BetMGM becoming the exclusive odds provider for United States boxing broadcasts, per a joint release Thursday.

“We are thrilled to go all in on sports betting and embark on an exciting new chapter with BetMGM – marking our longest-term sports betting partnership yet in the U.S.,” said Michael Mobley, Vice President of Media Sales in North America for DAZN. “With BetMGM in our corner as DAZN’s go-to source for betting insights, fight fans will be able to stay up to date on the latest odds and enjoy even more compelling content around boxing’s biggest events.”

The extended partnership begins Saturday, Nov. 7, when Devin “The Dream” Haney defends his WBC lightweight championship against Yuriorkis Gamboa.The multi-fight broadcast and digital deal solidifies BetMGM as the exclusive odds provider for a dozen DAZN events over the next year and extends across DAZN’s platform and entire suite of channels, including:

  • Throughout fight week – BetMGM branding, as well as the latest betting odds, will surround DAZN’s live streams and coverage.
  • During the broadcast – A live BetMGM betting ticker and co-produced content featuring DAZN talent and BetMGM expertise throughout the main event and co-main event of all 12 fight nights. BetMGM will also serve as the official presenting sponsor of the Over/Under for one branded round of each evening’s main event.
  • Also on fight night – Custom DAZN social media posts will bring BetMGM into the conversation with boxing fans.

DAZN subscribers in licensed betting states will also receive custom BetMGM sports betting promotions leading up to each event.

“DAZN has been a great partner and we couldn’t be happier for BetMGM to be the exclusive odds provider for their U.S. boxing broadcasts. Our deep integrations, like supplying live odds during boxing’s biggest matches and offering customized promotional offers to DAZN subscribers, will provide boxing fans and bettors with entertaining and exciting opportunities to get in on the action,” said BetMGM’s Chief Revenue Officer, Matt Prevost.

Subscribe to DAZN to watch this weekend’s Haney vs. Gamboa fight. To place legal, online sports bets in CO, IN, NJ, TN and WV, visit BetMGM.

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Tennessee Sports Betting – Legal, online bets

Looking at how to place a legal online or mobile sports bet in Tennessee ahead of the Nov. 1, 2020 launch.

Legal online and mobile app sports betting launched in Tennessee Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020. People located within state borders will be able to place legal, online sports bets on their favorite teams and/or events.

BetMGM is one of the leading sportsbooks approved to operate for those in TN. Get your new user bonus by clicking here.

Sports betting in Tennessee

State legislature approved a sports betting bill in April 2019 that will allow for online and app-based betting. Physical, brick-and-mortar sportsbooks are not allowed under the current law.

Sportsbooks such as BetMGM launched Sunday, Nov. 1, and can now take wagers.

Special Tennessee Betting Promotion:

Make any $1 bet on the Tennessee Titans, get $100 (in free bets) in your account. Regardless of how the Titans do in Week 8 vs. the Cincinnati Bengals, you win!

Place your legal, online sports bets in Tennessee at BetMGM, The King of Sportsbooks! Terms and conditions apply. Bet now!

Online sportsbooks in Tennessee

BetMGM is one of the online sportsbooks now licensed to accept bets on sporting events in Tennessee. Sign-up today and make any $1 bet on the Titans in their Week 8 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals to receive $100 in free bets in your account.

A division of the MGM casino brand, BetMGM has a top-class mobile app for live/in-play betting. They have competitive offers for new users and specialized betting markets.

Retail sportsbooks in Tennessee

None. All sports bets in Tennessee must be placed online or via a mobile app.

How to make an online sports bet in Tennessee

  1. Sports fans in Tennessee can now get legal betting action by signing up and registering with their legal online sportsbook of choice. Books, like BetMGM, will offer promotions and incentives for new users.
  2. Once your account is created and verified, deposit via any one of several payment options. Most books will accept direct deposit via bank accounts and/or all major credit cards. Your means of deposit is also how eligible withdrawal requests will be processed.
  3. Place legal online bets on your favorite sport or events. Navigation is made easy via tabs and dropdown menus for quick access. Search bars allow users to find their event or team of choice. Once you’ve found the bet you wish to make, it will be added to your bet slip. Enter the amount you wish to bet and wait for the event to play out.

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Tennessee sports betting: Legal, online sports betting coming Nov. 1

Legal, online sports betting set to launch in Tennessee this weekend.

Tennessee residents, are you ready to to have even more interest in sporting events? Sports fans and sports bettors, get ready for legal, online Tennessee sports betting come Sunday, November 1, 2020.

BetMGM announced they plan to launch their sports betting app in Tennessee Sunday.

“We’ve been eagerly working with regulators in Tennessee to make this momentous launch a possibility and look forward to introducing the state’s passionate fan bases to the excitement of betting on sports with BetMGM,” said BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt. “Our relationship with MGM Resorts enables BetMGM users in the Volunteer State to earn rewards, from hotel suites to dinners at award-winning restaurants, all while engaging in the excitement of our cutting-edge sports betting experience.”

Tennessee, where BetMGM has a partnership with the Tennessee Titans, marks the seventh state where BetMGM’s sports betting app is available, joining Colorado, Indiana, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey and West Virginia. The app offers a user-friendly and exciting sports betting experience, where sports bettors can customize pre-game and live in-play legal sports wagers, also including futures and parlay bets.

Through BetMGM’s integration with MGM Resorts’ M Life Rewards program, BetMGM users in Tennessee can turn their game-play into world-class experiences at iconic resort MGM Resorts’ properties, ranging from the Bellagio and MGM Grand in Las Vegas to Beau Rivage in Mississippi and MGM National Harbor in Maryland, among others.

The BetMGM app will be available for download in Tennessee as of Nov. 1 on both iOS and Android; their betting platform will also be available online at BetMGM.com.

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BetMGM adds ESPN veteran Ryan Spoon as COO

BetMGM Sportsbook adds ESPN veteran Ryan Spoon as Chief Operating Officer

BetMGM, the sports betting joint venture between MGM Resorts International and GVC Holdings, announced the appointment of Ryan Spoon as Chief Operating Officer.

Spoon, who is scheduled to start his new role in November at BetMGM’s headquarters in New Jersey, will report to BetMGM’s CEO Adam Greenblatt.

“BetMGM has seen early success in establishing itself as a significant player in the sports betting world through relationships with leagues, teams and partners. With Ryan’s expertise in developing scaled and engaging digital experiences, BetMGM will leverage those relationships in entirely new ways,” Greenblatt said in a release.

Spoon, a two-time Sports Business Journal Forty Under 40 winner, most recently served as Senior Vice President of Social & Digital Content at ESPN. Prior to that, he was Senior Vice President of Digital Product and Design. In those capacities, Spoon helped build, operate and grow many of the leading digital properties in sports, which include ESPN.com, the ESPN app, ESPN Fantasy and ESPN Fantasy Football, as well as ESPN Social.

“The opportunity at BetMGM during these early phases was an immediate draw for me,” Spoon said in a release. “With the incredible assets of MGM Resorts, GVC’s industry-leading technology, and the many league, team and platform partners, BetMGM is uniquely positioned in the market and I am excited to help drive future growth.”

BetMGM‘s league partnerships include the NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, PGA TOUR and NASCAR. They also have team partnerships with the Denver Broncos, New York Jets, Tennessee Titans, Detroit Lions, Las Vegas Raiders, Vegas Golden Knights and more.

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Tennessee Titans announce BetMGM as first Official Sports Betting Partner

The Tennessee Titans have reached a deal with BetMGM in Tennessee, the first ever deal between a professional sports team and a sportsbook in the state.

The Tennessee Titans announced Monday, Sept. 28, that BetMGM, a joint venture between MGM Resorts International and GVC Holdings, is the club’s first Official Sports Betting Partner.

The announcement is the state’s first official partnership between a professional sports team and a sports betting platform. BetMGM recently received a conditional license to offer legal, online sports betting in Tennessee. Pending regulatory approval, BetMGM’s mobile app is scheduled to go live in Tennessee November 1, when online sports betting is scheduled to launch.

“We are thrilled to bring BetMGM to the state of Tennessee,” said Gil Beverly, Titans Sr. Vice President, Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer. “BetMGM will deliver new experiences and levels of engagement to our fans and we’re excited to welcome them in as an official partner.”

BetMGM, The King of Sportsbooks, will receive brand visibility across multiple Titans digital assets as an official betting partner as well as key in-game moments, such as field goal attempts, video board replays and more.

In addition, BetMGM will become the exclusive naming rights partner of the Titans’ television studio at Saint Thomas Sports Park. A soon-to-be-announced Titans raffle benefiting The Titans Foundation will be sponsored by BetMGM; the foundation directs funds to community organizations across the state of Tennessee.

BetMGM’s Chief Marketing Officer Matt Prevost said, “The Titans are an incredible organization and we’re proud to have BetMGM as the team’s first official sports betting partner. This is truly a partnership between two great brands and we’re excited to introduce Titans fans to new ways to engage with their favorite football team.”

BetMGM’s sports betting app is available for download in seven states currently, including Colorado, Indiana, New Jersey and West Virginia, on both iOS and Android.

The partnership between the Titans and BetMGM was sourced and supported by SPORTFIVE and Sportradar, which were both key to the agreement’s development and completion.

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BetMGM partners with Jamie Foxx in new The King of Sportsbooks ad campaign

Academy and GRAMMY Award Winner Jamie Foxx Teams Up with BetMGM to Launch “The King of Sportsbooks” Campaign

BetMGM, the market-leading sports betting and online gaming platform, announced Jamie Foxx, an Academy and GRAMMY Award winner, will star in the BetMGM’s new ad campaign.

Foxx will serve as the face of BetMGM’s new “The King of Sportsbooks” campaign, starring in a variety of traditional and social media advertisements for the company.

“Jamie is an exceptional talent and we’re proud to have him partner with us on our new campaign for BetMGM,” said BetMGM’s Chief Marketing Officer Matt Prevost. “The King of Sportsbooks campaign is the next step in the evolution of the BetMGM brand and Jamie brings a unique ability to tell our story in an incredibly creative and entertaining way. BetMGM exists at the intersection of sports and entertainment and Jamie fits this positioning perfectly; we couldn’t be more excited to welcome him to the BetMGM family.”

Foxx is an award-winning actor, singer and comedian. He can currently be seen in Netflix’s Project Power, which launched August 14th. He is a starring voice in Disney/Pixar’s upcoming feature Soul, set for release November 20th.

The King of Sportsbooks, their first brand campaign together, is made in partnership with creative agency 72andSunny New York; Foxx and BetMGM will showcase the excitement that comes along with sports betting.

The campaign will begin rolling out in the coming weeks, featuring a video ad. In the ad, the Fountains of Bellagio in Las Vegas will serve as the canvas and the ad creates a “sitting on the edge of your seat” experience, tied around the combination of the magic of sports brought to life on the Fountains, with the surrealism of Foxx levitating above water.

BetMGM’s sportsbook app is available for download on iOS and Android, and accessible via desktop. They leverage an exclusive betting engine which allows sports fans to place legal bets on sporting events quickly and with ease in seven states, including Colorado, Indiana, New Jersey, Nevada and West Virginia. They plan to be live in 11 states by the end of 2020.

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Las Vegas Raiders announce BetMGM as first Official Sports Betting Partner

The Las Vegas Raiders have reached a deal with BetMGM Sportsbook in Nevada.

The Las Vegas Raiders announced Thursday, Sept. 17, that BetMGM, a joint venture between MGM Resorts International and GVC Holdings, is the club’s first Official Sports Betting Partner.

This relationship is an extension of an existing multi-year partnership between the Raiders and MGM Resorts.

“We are pleased to add BetMGM to the MGM Resorts partnership portfolio,” said Raiders President Marc Badain. “The addition of BetMGM will open new levels of engagement for Raiders fans and guests of Allegiant Stadium.”

“We’re thrilled that BetMGM is the first Official Sports Betting Partner of the Las Vegas Raiders,” said BetMGM’s CEO Adam Greenblatt. “This new partnership complements what is already a wonderful and rewarding relationship with MGM Resorts and the Raiders and we look forward to introducing Raiders fans to the excitement of sports betting with BetMGM.”

BetMGM will provide educational information about the BetMGM app to Raiders fans by utilizing various assets. The BetMGM app is available on iOS and Android for Nevada sports fans, who can register for the app by visiting any MGM Resorts Sportsbook in Las Vegas.

“All of us at MGM Resorts are proud to welcome the Raiders and the NFL to Las Vegas. We look forward to providing Raiders fans a world-class sports betting and entertainment experience, both in our BetMGM Sportsbooks and digitally, through the BetMGM mobile app,” MGM Resorts CEO and President Bill Hornbuckle said.

MGM Resorts, in addition to being an official gaming partner of the Raiders, is a Founding Partner of Allegiant Stadium, which includes prominent MGM branding throughout the stadium. There is also an MGM Resorts VIP entrance on the west side of the building, a private MGM Club that features an ultra-exclusive game-viewing experience for Raiders fans, including a luxury lounge, upgraded stadium seating and a full-service premium bar.

MGM Resorts will be the presenting sponsor of the Raiders first-ever regular season game at Allegiant Stadium, scheduled for Sept. 21.

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Detroit Lions announce BetMGM as first Official Sports Betting Partner

The Detroit Lions have reached a deal with BetMGM sportsbook in Michigan.

The Detroit Lions announced Thursday, Sept. 3, that BetMGM, a joint venture between MGM Resorts International and GVC Holdings, is the club’s first Official Sports Betting Partner.

“The Detroit Lions historic relationship with BetMGM has been years in the making and we’re proud to announce details of our official partnership,” said Detroit Lions Team President Rod Wood. “We’re continuously seeking new ways to entertain and involve our fans which is especially important during such unusual times; this partnership with BetMGM will provide additional and exciting opportunities to engage our fans.”

“When we first opened the BetMGM Sports Lounge at MGM Grand Detroit in March, we hoped to develop deep relationships with the state’s top teams,” said BetMGM’s Chief Marketing Officer Matt Prevost. “We are honored to be the first sports betting partner of the Lions and to offer their fans access to a variety of best-in-class promotions and perks only available on BetMGM.”

Fan-focused assets such as presenting sponsor of Lions Bingo and Lions Perks, as well as team broadcast programming, digital marketing assets, and in-stadium promotions and signage are included in the partnership. An existing multi-year partnership between the Lions and MGM Resorts already existed.

Available in the Detroit Lions mobile app, Lions Bingo is a predictive, free-to-play game the team introduced during the 2019 season. Fans can guess what plays may happen or statistics achieved during home and away games for various non-cash prizes. With the BetMGM partnership, fans who accurate predict the right sequence of game scenarios will be eligible to win cash prizes and future all-expense-paid trips to visit MGM Resorts properties across the country.

To access both Lions Bingo and Lions Perks, fans can download the Lions mobile app, available on iOS and Android.

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BetMGM signs with PGA TOUR as an official betting operator

The PGA TOUR and BetMGM sign multi-year content and marketing relationship.

The PGA TOUR and BetMGM announced a multi-year content and marketing relationship, with BetMGM becoming an Official Betting Operator of the PGA TOUR.

BetMGM, in joining the TOUR’s Official Betting Operator program, will have rights in the United States to use PGA TOUR marks, advertise within TOUR media and TOUR partner platforms, plus content and video rights, which allows BetMGM Sportsbook platforms to create pre- and post-game betting programs. They can also distribute highlights to users who have placed bets within their platforms.

“BetMGM is part of a premium brand that is deeply connected to golf through sponsorship of various PGA TOUR players and tournaments,” said Norb Gambuzza, PGA TOUR Senior Vice President, Media and Gaming in a released statement. “Through the power of the BetMGM brand and resources, this new relationship will help accelerate our sports betting strategy, and enable the TOUR to reach new fans and further engage current fans who enjoy betting on golf.”

BetMGM is currently licensed for legal sports betting in seven states, which include Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, Nevada and West Virginia. They plan to be in eleven states by the end of 2020.

Looking to place a legal golf bet in CO, IN, NJ and WV online? Place your bets now at BetMGM Sportsbook.

Matt Prevost, BetMGM Chief Marketing Officer said, “We look forward to working with the PGA TOUR to integrate great experiences for BetMGM customers. BetMGM’s advanced betting technology, combined with the PGA TOUR’s world-class competitions and iconic players, will not only advance the TOUR’s position at the forefront of professional sports, but the entire betting industry as well.”

PGA TOUR sports betting is one of the most popular sports betting offerings provided by BetMGM Sportsbook through their various platforms, which include apps available for download on iOS and Android. They provide the latest golf betting odds, enhanced offers and multiple betting formats.

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Colorado Sports Betting: Denver Broncos and BetMGM reach multi-year deal

The Denver Broncos have reached a multi-year deal with BetMGM sportsbook in Colorado.

The Denver Broncos and BetMGM have announced a multi-year agreement where BetMGM and MGM Resorts will become an official sports betting partner of the Broncos. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

There will be a new BetMGM Lounge at Empower Field at Mile High Stadium located on Level 1 concourse adjacent to Gate 4 and outside Section 111/112 as a piece of the partnership. Fans 21 years of age and older will have access to a luxury lounge, live sports betting odds, a full-service premium bar and assistance will be available for BetMGM’s mobile sports betting app. BetMGM and MGM Resorts will provide premium fan experiences, VIP travel packages as well as benefits through MGM Resorts’ loyalty program, M life Rewards. Also included in the strategic partnership is a free-to-play mobile game, digital marketing assets and in-stadium promotion and signage.

“This partnership with the Broncos allows us to showcase not only a premier BetMGM sports betting and gaming platform, but also the world-class entertainment experiences delivered by MGM Resorts,” said BetMGM’s Chief Marketing Officer Matt Prevost. “We’re excited to bring both of these to Broncos fans at Empower Field at Mile High Stadium and across the country, while offering BetMGM users new ways to engage with their favorite football team.”

Looking to get some action on the Broncos this season? Place your legal sports wagers at BetMGM now in CO, IN, NJ and WV! Bet now.

Denver Broncos Chief Commercial Officer Mac Freeman said, “When we began the process of identifying potential partners in this category, our goal was to provide Broncos fans with unique ways to engage with sports betting. Together with BetMGM, we can now offer our fans and M life Rewards members in Colorado new opportunities such as in-stadium gaming lounge, VIP travel packages to MGM Resorts around the country and a free-to-play game through our mobile app.”

With sports betting legalized in Colorado, BetMGM recently launched within the state in partnership with Midnight Rose Hotel and Casino. Their sports betting app is available on both iOS and Android. New customers in BetMGM Colorado will receive $100 in free bonus credit when placing a first bet of $10 or more on any Broncos game or Broncos future wager with the bonus code BRONCOS during registration.

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