DraftKings is offering a $300 bonus for people in Missouri who pre-register for their sports betting service before it officially starts on December 1. Legal sports betting in Missouri begins that day, following voter approval in November 2024. By betting $5 when the service goes live, users can activate their bonus.
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DraftKings offers a $300 bonus for pre-registering before sports betting starts in Missouri on December 1.
Legal sports betting was approved by Missouri voters in November 2024.
To receive the bonus, users must place a $5 bet once the service is live.
The bonus is given as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets, which expire seven days after issuance.
Users cannot bet on player props for in-state college teams.
The first possible bet involving the Kansas City Chiefs is on their game against the Texans on December 7.
Registration requires providing basic information and making an initial deposit.
The bonus offer ends on November 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET.
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Legal sports betting is becoming available in Missouri starting December 1. Bet365 offers a bonus for new users who pre-register with a specific code, providing $365 in bonus bets when they place an initial $10 bet. The bet365 app will include options for NFL, NBA, college football, and more.
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Legal sports betting begins in Missouri on December 1.
New users can use the bet365 code WEEK365 to get $365 in bonus bets.
A $10 initial bet is required to claim the bonus, regardless of the bet's outcome.
Bet365 has been approved by the Missouri Gaming Commission to operate.
Betting options include NFL, NBA, college football, and other sports.
The app will feature special offers like profit boosts and early payout promos.
Bet365 pre-registration might offer better bonuses than waiting until the launch date.
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A Senate committee is investigating Major League Baseball (MLB) due to a gambling scandal involving game-fixing allegations. The investigation aims to address concerns about the integrity of American sports, as betting has become legal in many states.
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A Senate committee announced an investigation into MLB over a gambling scandal.
The investigation is led by Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell.
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz face charges related to game-fixing.
In recent years, sports betting has become legal in more than half of U.S. states.
A Supreme Court decision in 2018 invalidated the federal ban on sports betting, leading to its growth.
Other major sports leagues, including the NBA and NFL, are also facing scrutiny over similar betting issues.
The Senate committee highlights potential systemic vulnerabilities in sports due to these scandals.
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Zion Williamson, a player for the New Orleans Pelicans, is dealing with a hamstring injury. Although upgraded to "questionable" for a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, he will not play. The Pelicans are struggling with a 2-11 record and have recently changed their head coach.
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Zion Williamson is recovering from a hamstring injury.
He has been listed as "questionable" for the game against the OKC Thunder.
Williamson will not play in the upcoming game despite the upgrade.
The New Orleans Pelicans have a 2-11 record for the season.
The Pelicans parted ways with head coach Willie Green.
James Borrego is the interim head coach for the team.
The Pelicans are currently on a five-game losing streak.
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Ole Miss head football coach Lane Kiffin is reportedly interested in job openings at Florida and LSU. Ole Miss has given Kiffin a deadline to decide on his future with the team before their final game of the regular season against Mississippi State on November 28. If he remains undecided, potential actions by Ole Miss could include suspending or firing him before the College Football Playoff.
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Lane Kiffin is the head coach of the Ole Miss football team.
Reports suggest Kiffin is interested in coaching positions at Florida and LSU.
Ole Miss defeated Florida 34-24, and fans showed their support for Kiffin.
Ole Miss gave Kiffin a deadline to decide on his future before the game against Mississippi State on November 28.
It is unclear what Ole Miss will do if Kiffin does not decide by the deadline.
Ole Miss may consider suspension or termination of Kiffin if he doesn't commit before the playoffs.
Kiffin has historically been in disputes over coaching contracts, as seen during his time with the Oakland Raiders.
Ole Miss is considering defensive coordinator Pete Golding as an interim head coach if needed.
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Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch made a teasing remark about Lakers head coach JJ Redick, suggesting that podcasting qualifies someone to coach the Lakers. Despite having no prior coaching experience, Redick has proven successful since joining the Lakers, leading the team to strong performances and earning a contract extension.
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The Los Angeles Lakers started their season with a 10-4 record.
JJ Redick is in his second season as the head coach for the Lakers.
Redick was hired despite having no previous professional coaching experience.
Chris Finch, head coach of the Timberwolves, joked about Redick during a podcast.
Last season, the Timberwolves defeated the Lakers in the playoffs.
Redick's previous experience includes hosting basketball podcasts.
The Lakers gave Redick a contract extension valued at $45 million through 2029-30.
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The Dallas Cowboys will face the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday, November 17, 2025, for an NFL game at Allegiant Stadium. The Cowboys, coming off a two-game losing streak, aim to improve their current 1-4 away game record. The Raiders have lost three consecutive games and also seek a win.
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The game is scheduled for Monday, November 17, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET.
It will be broadcast on ESPN and available for live streaming on Fubo, with free trials available.
The Cowboys are currently 3-5-1 for the season, needing to improve their 1-4 road performance.
Dallas’ defensive end Solomon Thomas will miss the game due to a calf injury.
Cowboys’ quarterback Dak Prescott has completed 69.3% of his passes this season.
The Raiders hold a season record of 2-7, having lost seven of their last eight games.
The previous meeting between these teams was on November 25, 2021, in which the Raiders won 36-33 in overtime.
Live streaming of the game is subject to regional restrictions.
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The Dallas Mavericks will play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. The Mavericks recently won against the Portland Trail Blazers, while the Timberwolves lost to the Denver Nuggets. Fans can watch the game on FanDuel Sports Network or stream it on Fubo.
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The game is on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET.
It will be available on FanDuel Sports Network and MyNetworkTV.
The Mavericks recently beat the Portland Trail Blazers 138-133 in overtime.
Cooper Flagg and P.J. Washington each scored 21 points for the Mavericks in their last game.
The Timberwolves lost 123-112 to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday.
Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle are leading scorers for the Timberwolves.
Mavericks' player Anthony Davis will not play for at least another week due to an injury.
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Sports betting is launching soon in Missouri with a special offer from Fanatics Sportsbook. Players can pre-register for the chance to use a series of "no-sweat bets" once the app goes live on December 1. Users must deposit money to qualify and can win or get refunds in the form of FanCash if bets are lost.
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Fanatics Sportsbook is offering 15 days of $200 "no-sweat bets" for users who sign up before December 1 in Missouri.
A "no-sweat bet" means if you lose, the original amount is returned as FanCash.
FanCash can be used for future bets or to buy gear from Fanatics.
To qualify, users must deposit at least $5 before the app's December 1 launch.
The offer covers multiple sports events, including NFL and NBA games.
Users have to log in each day for the first 15 days of December to use their no-sweat bets.
Fanatics Sportsbook provides added features like pre-made parlays and free-to-play games.
There are other offers available: Bet $30, Get $300 FanCash and Bet $5, Get $50 FanCash.
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Penn State University saved almost $40 million by negotiating a lower buyout deal with former head coach James Franklin after his termination. Initially, Franklin was owed around $49 million, but the settlement was reduced to about $9 million as he took a new coaching job at Virginia Tech. Penn State is still looking for Franklin's replacement.
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Penn State saved millions by renegotiating James Franklin's contract buyout.
Franklin's original buyout was nearly $49 million.
The final buyout amount settled at around $9 million.
Franklin was terminated after three consecutive losses.
His new job at Virginia Tech helped offset the buyout amount.
Franklin was Penn State's head coach since 2014.
Penn State is searching for a new head coach.
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Kawhi Leonard of the Los Angeles Clippers has been out since early November due to injuries. As he continues to recover from an ankle sprain and a foot issue, he will not play in the upcoming game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
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Kawhi Leonard hasn't played since November 3 when the Clippers played against the Miami Heat.
Leonard is recovering from an ankle sprain and a related foot injury.
The Clippers announced Leonard is making progress but will not play in their next game against the 76ers.
Monday’s game will be Leonard's eighth missed game in a row.
The Clippers have struggled without Leonard, winning only one of the seven games he missed.
In the games he played this season, Leonard averaged 24.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 2.5 steals per game.
The Clippers have a 4-9 record going into the game against the 7-5 Sixers, who are also facing their own injury challenges.
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Cade Cunningham of the Detroit Pistons will not play in their game against the Indiana Pacers due to a hip injury. Cunningham suffered this injury on November 10 during a game against the Washington Wizards. Despite his absence, the Pistons have continued winning games.
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Cade Cunningham plays for the Detroit Pistons in the NBA.
Cunningham is currently dealing with a hip injury and will miss the game against the Indiana Pacers.
He first got hurt on November 10 in a game against the Washington Wizards.
Since the injury, Cunningham has missed games against the Chicago Bulls and Philadelphia 76ers.
Despite missing Cunningham, the Pistons have maintained the longest winning streak in the NBA.
Cunningham has played in 11 games this season, averaging 27.5 points, 9.9 assists, and 5.4 rebounds per game.
He is performing well during this season and seeks another All-Star selection.
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The New York Knicks will play against the Miami Heat on Monday, November 17, 2025. Both teams are facing player injuries. The game will be available to watch live on TV and via online streaming.
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The New York Knicks have an 8-4 record and will start a five-game road trip against the Miami Heat, who have a 7-6 record.
The Knicks recently won a game against the Heat with Jalen Brunson missing due to a sprained ankle, and OG Anunoby leaving early because of a strained hamstring.
Karl-Anthony Towns scored 39 points and had 11 rebounds in the Knicks' recent victory.
Josh Hart got a triple-double, and Landry Shamet scored a career-high 36 points in the same game.
Norman Powell led the Heat with 38 points in their recent loss to the Knicks.
Miami's center, Bam Adebayo, will not play due to a sprained toe, and they are awaiting Tyler Herro’s return from surgery.
The game takes place on November 17, 2025, at 7:30 PM Eastern Time and can be watched on FanDuel Sports Network Sun and streamed on Fubo.
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Chicago Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks announced his retirement from Major League Baseball. He played a key role in the Cubs' 2016 World Series win. Cubs owner Tom Ricketts praised Hendricks for his contributions to the team.
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Kyle Hendricks was crucial to the Chicago Cubs' winning the 2016 World Series.
In 2016, he led Major League Baseball with a 2.13 ERA, which means he allowed very few earned runs.
Hendricks retired after 12 MLB seasons, spending 11 of them with the Cubs.
He was praised by Cubs owner Tom Ricketts for his calm presence and strong performances.
Hendricks pitched a memorable Game 6 in the National League Championship Series, clinching the Cubs' first pennant since 1945.
He finishes his career with a 105-91 win-loss record and 1,259 strikeouts with the Cubs.
He stood out for his consistency and reliability as a starting pitcher.
After leaving the Cubs, Hendricks signed with the Los Angeles Angels for the 2025 season, posting a 4.76 ERA.
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Emma Raducanu has decided not to play in two upcoming exhibition matches in the United States due to a minor foot injury. She plans to focus on training in Spain with her coach Francisco Roig to prepare for the next tennis season. Raducanu will also be part of Great Britain's team at the United Cup in early January.
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Emma Raducanu withdrew from two exhibition matches in the U.S. due to a minor foot injury.
She has a slight bruise on her right foot but can still practice.
Raducanu is set to train in Barcelona with her coach Francisco Roig.
Her new physiotherapist, Emma Stewart, will handle her fitness program.
Raducanu will compete in the United Cup in January, playing against Japan and Greece.
She is currently ranked 29th in the world and could be seeded for the Australian Open.
Jessica Pegula will take her place in the exhibition matches in Newark and Miami.
Men's world number one Carlos Alcaraz will also play in the same exhibition events.
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During a football game, Cincinnati Bengals player Ja'Marr Chase and Pittsburgh Steelers player Jalen Ramsey were both penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct. Chase then faced a one-game suspension for allegedly spitting on Ramsey, which could cost him a significant amount of money if the suspension holds. Chase denied the allegation and plans to appeal.
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The Cincinnati Bengals lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers 34-12, bringing their season record to 3-7.
Ja'Marr Chase and Jalen Ramsey received penalties for unsportsmanlike conduct during the game.
Ramsey was ejected after grabbing Chase's facemask.
Chase is accused of spitting on Ramsey, which was caught on video but not seen by referees during the game.
The NFL suspended Chase for one game due to the incident.
Chase's suspension could cost him over $509,000 in wages and bonuses.
Chase plans to appeal the suspension, and if unsuccessful, he will miss the game against the New England Patriots but return for the game against the Baltimore Ravens.
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Deion Sanders is in his third season as head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes football team. Despite a difficult current season, his efforts since joining have improved the team, transforming them from only one win before he arrived to a more competitive team, according to Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham.
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Deion Sanders is the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes.
The team's current record is 3-7 this season, making them ineligible for a bowl game.
Arizona State's head coach, Kenny Dillingham, praised Sanders for improving the team since he took over.
When Sanders joined the Colorado Buffaloes, they had only one win the previous season.
In Sanders' first season, he led the team to a 4-8 record.
In his second season, the team improved to a 9-4 record and competed in the Alamo Bowl.
Sanders' time at Colorado has increased interest in the team among recruits.
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Italy's football coach, Gennaro Gattuso, expressed his concerns about the current World Cup qualifying process after Italy finished second in their group and now faces challenging play-offs to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Gattuso points out that although Italy had a strong record, they still have to compete in play-offs, unlike other regions that have more direct spots in the tournament. He compared this to other continents, emphasizing the differences in qualifying opportunities.
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Italy must win two single-leg play-offs to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
The World Cup 2026 will be held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
For the first time, the World Cup will feature 48 teams.
Italy previously missed the World Cup in 2018 and 2022 after losing in play-offs.
Gattuso highlighted South America's and Africa's higher number of direct qualification spots compared to Europe.
Gattuso acknowledged changes from when he played, such as more African teams now participating in the World Cup.
The European qualifying system has grown more complex due to the increase in the number of nations participating.
Italy won the World Cup in 1934, 1938, 1982, and 2006.
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Ole Miss football coach Lane Kiffin posted a social media message that got fans talking about his future with the team. Ole Miss won against the Florida Gators and is close to making the College Football Playoff, but rumors about Kiffin leaving for another coaching job are growing.
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Ole Miss beat the Florida Gators 34-24, improving their season record to 10-1.
Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss's head coach, is under contract but linked with other coaching positions.
Kiffin posted "Currently in the 'good ole days'" on social media, which fans discussed widely, wondering about its implications.
Ole Miss is preparing for a final game against Mississippi State and has hopes for the College Football Playoff.
The school is seeking clarity from Kiffin on his future intentions.
Kiffin has become known for his cryptic social media posts.
Ole Miss will have a bye week before their final matchup.
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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow suffered a significant toe injury but is working towards a return. Burrow is practicing again and may play against the Baltimore Ravens on Thanksgiving, though Dec. 7 against the Buffalo Bills is considered more likely. There are concerns about whether it is wise for Burrow to return given the Bengals' current poor season record.
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Joe Burrow, the Bengals quarterback, hurt his toe seriously in Week 2.
He is practicing again and could return to play soon.
There is a possibility he might play on Thanksgiving, but it's more likely he will return on Dec. 7.
Some experts question the need for Burrow to return this season since the Bengals are unlikely to make the playoffs.
The Bengals have a current record of 3 wins and 7 losses.
Burrow has faced several injuries in his six NFL seasons.
He got a five-year, $275 million contract extension in September 2023.
The Bengals also face challenges with key player Ja'Marr Chase out for upcoming games.
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