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Following the Supreme Court's ruling that PASPA is unconstitutional, numerous state legislatures are discussing -- or already have passed laws -- that will allow sports betting at brick-and-mortar casinos and racetracks, as well as online.

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The conservative estimate here is that by the end of 2018 eight or nine states will have licensed sportsbooks allowing full-fledged sports betting (straight wagers, parlays, futures and more) at casinos, racetracks and possibly in retail locations, such as gas station convenience stores. By the end of 2019, that figure could grow, giving residents and neighbors in 12 to 14 states access to legal sportsbooks and legal online/mobile wagering as well.

With that in mind, let's look at sports betting basics. You've walked into a sportsbook, you're staring at a wall of orange and green letters and numbers and it looks like hieroglyphics. You may find a patient clerk at the sportsbook counter who can explain some basics, but it's always better to go in with an idea how it works. Start by doing some research online, learning a bit of sports betting terminology and about types of wagers available at sportsbooks.

Here's a review of some basics. Joining us to cover some ground is Vic Salerno, a pioneering Nevada sportsbook executive and current President of US Bookmaking and US Fantasy Sports.

What are the point spread and the money line?

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There are a few basic ways to bet on the result of a game. The most popular ways are to bet one team using the 'point spread' (or spread) or to bet the outcome on the 'money line' (ML).

'A point spread is a number of points by which one team is favored over the other,' Salerno explains. 'For example, let's say the Cleveland Cavaliers are playing the Milwaukee Bucks, and the Cavaliers are a 3.5-point favorite. That means that Cleveland has to win by three and half or more points. If they only win by 3, then someone betting on the Cavaliers would lose their wager.'

So suppose the Cavs edge the Bucks 93-90. Someone betting on Milwaukee would win there because the Bucks 'covered' the spread -- by either winning outright or by losing by three or less. The person who bet on the Cavaliers (the 'favorite') would have lost here, while someone else backing the underdog Bucks (or the 'dog') would have won their wager, despite the Bucks losing the game.

The point spread is the great equalizer. It's a game within a game.

The money line is straight up without the handicap.

'The money line is just who is going to win the game outright,' Salerno says. 'So in that same example, with Cleveland on the money line, just to win the game outright, you would have to lay, say, two dollars to win a dollar.'

That would be represented on the board (or on the mobile app) by -200, or 1-2 odds. Bet $200 to win $100, $100 to win $50 and so on. You have to bet more than $100 to win $100 because the outcome of the Cavs simply winning the game is a lot more likely.

And on the other side, the Bucks, who are at +3.5 on the spread (or 'getting' 3.5 points), would be somewhere around +160 on the money line (8-5 odds). So, you risk $100 to win $160, but only if the Bucks are victorious. If you bet the Bucks ML and they lose the game by any margin, you lose your wager.

What is handicapping?

Handicapping refers to a person's approach to predicting a game's outcome. Some people weigh certain factors differently than others. Do the Golden State Warriors play poorly on the second night of a back-to-back? Maybe you think that's just noise.

'[Handicapping is] just knowledge. I mean every game is different,' Salerno says. 'In general, you look at applicable weather conditions, and in any sport, it's injuries. You should be up to date on those. Past statistics come into handicapping, and in some sports, past performances against that team. So, for example, in basketball, they play each other more often than they do in football, so you would use past performances for your handicap.'

Handicapping can be as simple or as complicated as you like. People who wager on sports professionally (or try) will devise their own rating systems and use them to help identify what a line should be.

What about the total?

Ever notice someone only rooting for offense or defense, regardless of who has the ball? He/she may have bet 'over' or 'under' the game's total, the total amount of points scored for both teams. It's a wager totally independent of the game's outcome (spread or ML).

Salerno provides an example why somebody may prefer that to picking a side (a winner or loser).

'Let's say that in football, the Green Bay Packers are playing the New England Patriots in Green Bay and the total was 45,' he says. 'The line might be Green Bay, say by three, and people feel that both teams would score more combined points than the 45. So in that case, and regardless of who wins, they feel that there will be more than 45 points scored, so they would bet 'over' on that. And vice versa, if they felt less points would be scored, they would bet on that.'

These scenarios often come down to the final minute of the game. Let's say that the Packers lead 24-20 late in the game and are trying to kill the clock on offense. Aaron Rodgers hits Davante Adams for a 23-yard reception, Adams runs to the Patriots' 20-yard line and then the Patriots lock down and force the Packers to kick a field goal on fourth down. Those on the over hold their breath. It's good, the game ends 27-20 Packers and the total skates past 45.

Keep in mind that in addition to a game total, most sportsbooks will offer a separate total for the first quarter, second quarter, first half, third quarter, fourth quarter and for the second half. You may think the game will start very conservatively. In that case, you might wager 'under' in the first quarter or half.

Also keep in mind that there are other types of wagers called 'props' that look at a variety of player-specific or team-specific events. A popular prop during the NCAA tournament is the first team to score 10, 15 or 20 points. It's just an exciting race to open things up.

What are teasers and parlays?

Now we're getting into 'exotics,' or types of wagers beyond the traditional kinds. Teasers and parlays are the two most popular variations.

'A parlay is when you take two or more teams, and they both have to [cover the spread],' Salerno says. 'In football, you might take, say the Packers -3 and the Detroit Lions +4. To win your parlay, they would both have to cover those spreads.'

So what is the benefit of having to win both legs of the bet? You get a bigger payout.

You can bet more than two teams in a parlay, too; the more teams you pick, the higher the possible payout. For example, a seven-team spread parlay pays out at about 75-1. But remember -- to win your bet, you have to win all legs of the parlay. So if you nail six Sunday football games, but lose the Monday night game, you can kiss that ticket goodbye.

A teaser is similar to a parlay in that you must take two or more teams, and they both have to cover the spread. The difference here is you get to add points to, or tease, the spreads. In football, one teaser option is to add six points to a spread. So going back to the Packers-Lions example, instead of Green Bay being -3, you would get +3. The Lions would go from +4 to +10 in this teaser.

Putting it another way, a teaser gives you some cushion, but again you have to be right on every team (or 'leg') you play. Teasers may seem appealing, but things often don't go the way we expect, so don't be easily seduced by the extra points.

Speaking of points, here's a good spot to mention how the 'book' or the 'house' takes a cut. Consider that -110 you'll frequently see. That extra 10 refers to the 'juice' or the 'vig.' For the ability to place a wager, the bettor has to pay that juice or vig. After all, the sportsbook and its employees have to eat, too -- they are taking the risk with every wager placed. And that's basically why -110 exists. Bet $11 to win $10 (plus your $11 back), or bet $110 to win $100 (plus your $110 back).

What does it mean to wager in-game?

Once the game starts, it's no longer true that all bets are off.

You can bet 'in-game' when a bookmaker has a moment to look at what has happened, reassess and offer a new line(s) accordingly. This type of wagering is becoming increasingly popular.

There are many in-game wagering options. Suppose the total for an NBA game is 200 points before the tip, but both teams come out on fire, on pace to go way past 200 points.

'There's an algorithm that takes and sees how much time is left in the game, and then divides that into points scored, and that's how we arrive at a new total,' Salerno says. 'So a game that was originally 200, if they're scoring at a more rapid rate, it would go up to say 210, and you can bet at 210 whether you want to go over or under.'

How about that bankroll?

The most common pitfall for newcomers comes back to the bankroll, or the amount of money you've set aside for sports betting.

'This is my opinion: You should always keep your bets relatively the same with each and every bet, no more than 5 percent on any one game,' Salerno says. 'And you should never chase or increase your wagers when you're losing. Saying, 'OK, I can't lose three in a row' and betting four times as much on the next game [gets you into trouble]. And you can lose four in a row, or five or six. So, you can't chase it.'

The other pitfall is a bettor letting his heart get into a place where his mind is -- in other words, falling in love with his home team or his favorite team.

Finally, as in every industry, technology is changing the game. Pretty much every sportsbook, existing or to come, will have a mobile app or online platform. That means if you have access to different sportsbooks, you can do what's called 'line shopping,' or looking for the line that gives you the best odds on the side or total you like. Think of it like shopping for a new pair of shoes online; find the pair you like and then get the best price on them.

'Having accounts in different locations gives a player a huge advantage,' Salerno says. 'If you want to bet on Cleveland, one place might have it at -3 and the other places all have -3.5. That can make the difference between a winner and a loser.'

Brett Smiley is the editor-in-chief of SportsHandle.com, covering sports betting legislation, the industry and culture.

Legal sports betting arrived in Michigan in March 2020, with the first of the state’s retail sportsbooks opening for business. Michigan online sports betting apps launched on Janaury 22, 2021.

Michigan’s Lawful Sports Betting Act legalized both live and online sports betting in the state. In a situation unique to the legal US sports betting industry, Michigan’s tribal casinos, as well as commercial casinos, own and operate mobile sports betting platforms in the state.

Best Michigan Online Sports Betting Apps

  • BetRivers Sportsbook
  • William Hill Sportsbook
  • FanDuel Sportsbook
  • BetMGM Sportsbook
  • PointsBet
  • DraftKings Sportsbook
  • Golden Nugget Sportsbook
  • FOX Bet Sports

Michigan Sportsbook Apps – Bonus Offers

BetRivers Michigan

Rush Street Interactive is the parent company to BetRivers and SugarHouse, a pair of brands offering legal online sports betting platforms in multiple US states. BetRivers announced a partnership with Little River Casino to operate its retail sportsbook, online sportsbook, and the BetRivers Casino in Michigan.

The retail sportsbook at Little River Casino opened earlier in 2020, and BetRivers online sportsbook went live on Jan. 22, 2021. BetRivers offers one of the industry’s strongest sportsbook bonuses, particularly for casual bettors.

The offer includes a 100% deposit match bonus offer up to $250 with only a 1x playthrough.

William Hill Michigan

William Hill’s status as one of the world’s most influential sports betting brands goes back decades.

A powerhouse in both retail and online sports betting, William Hill partners with the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians in Michigan. The tribe owns both the Leelanau Sands Casino and the Turtle Creek Hotel & Casino.

William Hill MI Sportsbook offers new bettors a risk-free bet up to $500 as a welcome bonus.

FanDuel Sportsbook Michigan

One of the brands leading the pack in the US legal sports betting industry, FanDuel Sportsbook expanded into Michigan with an online sportsbook launch in January 2021.

FanDuel inked a deal with Detroit’s MotorCity Casino Hotel to operate both retail and online sportsbooks. IH Gaming owns MotorCity Casino Hotel. FanDuel also signed an agreement with the Pistons to become one of their sportsbook partners.

New bettors at FanDuel Sportsbook can enjoy a risk-free bet up to $200 as a welcome bonus.

BetMGM Michigan

The BetMGM brand continues to establish itself in US states with legal online gambling. The BetMGM platform is powered by Roar Digital, a partnership between MGM Resorts and British sports betting technology brand GVC Holdings.

The Michigan version of the BetMGM online sportsbook is licensed to MGM Grand Detroit. BetMGM Sportsbook is live or has been announced in close to a dozen states. BetMGM added Michigan to that list in January 2021.

The BetMGM Sportsbook app is strong, with an easy-to-use interface, with competitive odds, and weekly Money Monday promotions. The welcome bonus at BetMGM Sportsbook comes as a $600 risk free bet offer.

PointsBet Michigan

PointsBet is an Australian sports betting company that is making great strides in the US. In July 2020, PointsBet announced a partnership with the Detroit Tigers, the first for an MLB team.

PointsBet launched online sports betting in Michigan in Janaury, 2021, through a partnership with Northern Waters Casino Resort. The PointsBet MI welcome bonus offers a risk-free fixed-odds bet up to $500, as well as a risk-free PointsBetting wager up to $1,500.

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DraftKings Sportsbook Michigan

It came as no surprise when DraftKings Sportsbook entered the fray in Michigan’s legal online sports betting industry. DraftKings announced a partnership with the Pistons in late 2020 to be one of the team’s preferred sports betting partners.

DraftKings Sportsbook offers mobile sports betting in Michigan as the licensed operating partner of Bay Mill Resort & Casino. The arrangement pairs the DraftKings brand with the longest-running tribal casino in the state.

New bettors at DraftKings Sportsbook can unlock a 20% deposit match bonus up to $1,000.

Golden Nugget Michigan

One of the top names in online gaming in New Jersey, Golden Nugget is expanded into the Michigan market in January 2021. With both an online casino and a Michigan sports betting app, Golden Nugget stands to be a major player in the Michigan iGaming market.

New bettors can enjoy a $250 free bets bonus after making a deposit at Golden Nugget Casino.

Barstool Sportsbook by Penn National Gaming

Penn National Gaming stands to be one of the biggest players in the US legal sports betting market. The North American gaming giant has partnerships in place in multiple US states, with an aim to have a piece of the pie in virtually every state with legalized sports betting. In most states, they are launching under the Barstool Sportsbook brand.

Penn National Gaming partnered with Greektown Casino to launch Barstool Sportsbook in Michigan. Barstool Sportsbook welcomes new bettors with a risk-free bet up to $1,000.

TwinSpires

TwinSpires formed a partnership with the Hannahville Indian Community, owners of Island Resort and Casino in Harris.

TwinSpires’ parent company, Churchill Downs, is well-known for its prowess in the horse racing industry. The TwinSpires Michigan sportsbook launched in January 2021.

New players can enjoy a risk-free week of betting, up to $1,000, after making a deposit at TwinSpires Sportsbook.

WynnBET Sportsbook

The track record of internet gaming technology company GAN speaks for itself. FanDuel Sportsbook New Jersey marked the first foray into the US market for GAN, with that platform emerging as one of New Jersey’s most popular online sportsbooks.

The Salut Tribe of Chippewa Indians, which owns five Kewadin Casino-branded properties, partnered with GAN and Wynn Resorts for a mobile sports betting offering in Michigan.

WynnBET MI went live in January 2021. The WynnBET Sportsbook welcome bonus comes in the form of a risk-free bet up to $500.

FOX Bet

The FOX Bet online sports betting platform added Michigan to the growing list of US states in which it’s offered. Although not part of the first 10 sportsbooks to launch in Michigan, it followed the rest just a week later.

The FOX Bet brand is a collaboration between FOX Sports and the Stars Group. It is already a major presence in the US legal sports betting industry. The Stars Group also operates the Stars Casino and PokerStars in Michigan.

The Stars Group is the license partner of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indian Gaming Authority, which owns Odawa Casino Mackinaw and Odawa Casino Petoskey.

Other Legal Online Sportsbooks In Michigan – Coming Soon

Four Winds Sportsbook

The Kambi Group has a well-earned reputation as one of the world’s top-tier gaming technology brands.

Four Winds Casino announced a sports betting partnership with Kambi in July 2020. The arrangement will launch an online sportsbook licensed to Four Winds Casino.

FireKeepers Sportsbook

Scientific Games is the software company behind numerous legal online sportsbooks in the US. The Las Vegas-based brand powers the technology behind platforms like Caesars Sportsbook and BetFred in other US states.

FireKeepers Casino will utilize a partnership with Scientific Games to operate a legal online sportsbook in Michigan.

Parx Casino

Parx Casino has done well in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania and is now scheduled to come to Michigan. Parx Casino is launching both online sports betting and online casinos in Michigan through its partnership with Gun Lake Casino.

For more information see our complete Guide To Michigan Online Gambling.

What Bonuses Are Available At Michigan’s Legal Online Sportsbooks?

Risk-Free Bets

New players at many US legal online sportsbooks can take advantage of risk-free bet promotions. A risk-free bet offer refunds a player on the first bet after a deposit, up to a given amount. The bet is eligible for a refund only if it results in a loss.

Some of the online sportsbook brands operating in Michigan present risk-free bet promotions. For example, WynnBET Sportsbook offers up to a $500 risk-free bet for new players. Using that offer, new players can deposit at WynnBET, and the first bet after deposit, up to $500, is eligible for a rebate in case of a loss.

Deposit Match Bonuses

Players venturing into the world of legal US online gambling sites will notice the deposit match bonus as a commonly offered promotion. Deposit match bonuses award bonus money based on a percentage of a player deposit amount.

BetRivers Michigan offers new players one of the most generous deposit match bonuses in the industry. The sportsbook offers a 100% deposit match bonus, up to $250, with just a 1x playthrough requirement.

This playthrough requirement is commonly 20x to 30x the amount of the original deposit. The BetRivers bonus, however, stands as one of the most player-friendly offers in the industry.

What Sports Can I Bet On At Michigan Online Sports Betting Sites?

Betting On US Pro Sports

The arrival of legal sports betting in Michigan opens up an entire new world of possibilities, in a state with a rich professional sports tradition.

Detroit is on the shortlist of US cities that host teams from all four major US sports leagues.

The NFL’s Detroit Lions, the NHL’s Detroit Red Wings, the NBA’s Detroit Pistons, and Major League Baseball’s Detroit Tigers are at the heart of one of the most passionate sports fan-bases in the US. Both DraftKings and FanDuel announced partnerships with the Detroit Pistons to become their preferred sportsbooks.

Michigan’s legal online sportsbooks present opportunities to wager on all of those teams. Virtually every game on the regular and postseason schedule in the four major sports are open for betting to Michigan players.

Ways To Bet On US Pro Sports In Michigan

Ways to bet include moneyline and point spread betting on single contests, as well as parlay betting on multiple games.

Michigan’s legal online sportsbooks offer futures betting markets on all of the major US sports leagues. Prop bets on events like the NBA draft and the Super Bowl open up even more betting options for Michigan bettors.

In addition to the four major sports leagues, MMA, boxing, golf, tennis, NASCAR, and a host of other US sporting events are available to bet from Michigan’s legal online sportsbooks.

College Sports Betting In Michigan

Michigan’s professional sports tradition is equaled by the legacy of major college sports in the Wolverine State.

The Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans rule the college sports landscape in the state. State residents divide their loyalties between these two programs.

College Football

The Wolverines and the Spartans play in the Big Ten Conference, the longest-running college sports conference in the US. The Michigan versus Michigan State football rivalry goes back more than 100 years.

Both programs are perennial powerhouses in the modern era of college football. The annual rivalry game between the two is one of the biggest in-state contests of the year.

Michigan and Michigan State also matchup annually against other Big Ten rivals like the Ohio State Buckeyes, Iowa Hawkeyes, Wisconsin Badgers, and Penn State Nittany Lions. These Big Ten rivalry games are perennially some of the biggest games on the college football calendar.

College Basketball

The Michigan versus Michigan State rivalry is equally tense in college basketball. Both programs lay claim to elite status in the national landscape.

The Big Ten stands as one of college basketball’s top conferences year after year. The conference offers a loaded schedule of big games for Michigan bettors.

The Wolverines and Spartans match up annually against teams like Ohio State, Penn State, and Wisconsin. Other traditional Big Ten powerhouses include the Indiana Hoosiers, Illinois Fighting Illini, and conference newcomer Maryland Terrapins.

Other College Sports

College baseball, softball, hockey, lacrosse, and others are open for betting when Michigan’s legal online sportsbooks go live. The Lawful Sports Betting Act allows for betting on college sports with no restrictions.

What International Sports Can You Bet On In Michigan?

Michigan’s legal online sportsbooks aren’t just be limited to US professional and college sports. Fans of soccer, rugby, cycling, and other international sports leagues will enjoy a comprehensive menu of betting markets.

International Soccer Leagues

The English Premier League features clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester City. Massive worldwide fanbases follow these teams, creating some of the world’s biggest sporting events when they face off against each other.

Other major international soccer leagues, like the German Bundesliga and Spanish La Liga, are open for betting for Michigan players on the state’s legal mobile sports betting sites.

Other International Sports

Major cycling events like the Tour de France are offered for betting at Michigan’s legal online sportsbooks. Tennis majors like Wimbledon and the Australian Open, as well as golf events like the British Open and Ryder Cup, are also on the menu for Michigan bettors.

International leagues and events in rugby, cricket, basketball, baseball, and auto racing add even more to the betting menus in Michigan.

Can I Bet On Esports In Michigan?

The outlook for potential esports betting at Michigan’s online sportsbooks is unknown. The Lawful Sports Betting Act doesn’t include specific language about esports betting.

The esports industry continues to rise in popularity, with abundant offshore betting markets surrounding competitive events. As the esports industry continues to grow, events surrounding games like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, Dota 2, and Rocket League could eventually be open for betting in Michigan.

What Else Can I Bet On In Michigan?

Michigan’s online sportsbooks offer betting on competitive chess, darts, table tennis, and other non-traditional sports and games. With Michigan’s legal online sports wagering sites live in the state, these betting markets are open to in-state bettors.

Will Michigan’s Online Sportsbooks Offer Mobile Apps?

Michigan’s sports betting platforms offer access through mobile apps, as well as on a desktop computer. Online sports betting mobile apps are optimized for Android and iOS devices. This makes the mobile betting experience intuitive and convenient.

Legal mobile sports betting apps use geolocation technology to determine a user’s location at the time of use. These apps are open to anyone in the state of Michigan, as long as they’re 21 or over and located within state borders.

The ease of access and convenience of mobile sports betting has made it the method of choice for bettors in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Those two states represent two of the biggest sports betting markets in the US. In both states, mobile wagering makes up more than 80 percent of the total statewide sports betting handle.

iOS Mobile Sports Betting Apps

Platforms like BetRivers, William Hill, FanDuel Sportsbook, and BetMGM are all live in Michigan. All of these online sportsbooks are available as apps for iOS devices.

These apps can be found in the App Store on iOS devices. Downloading the apps is free, and can be done from anywhere within state borders.

Android Mobile Sports Betting Apps

Nearly all of the platforms available as iOS apps are accessible as apps for Android devices as well. Android users looking for online sportsbooks like William Hill and BetRivers are in luck.

Mobile sports betting apps for Android can only be downloaded directly from the website of the online sportsbook itself. The Google Play Store doesn’t permit the download of real-money gambling apps. As a result, players won’t find Michigan’s legal mobile sports betting apps there.

What Do I Need To Create An Online Sportsbook Account In Michigan?

New players can start betting in just a few easy steps at Michigan’s online sportsbooks:

  • Download the mobile sports betting app. Apple iOS users access these apps in the App Store. Android users find these apps directly on an online sportsbook’s website. Legal online sportsbooks can also be accessed on a desktop computer, directly from the website.
  • Click “Join Now” and complete the required fields for name, birthdate, valid email address, and username of choice.
  • The mobile sportsbook will ask for email verification, as well as documentation of age and identity.
  • After email and document verification, navigate to the cashier to deposit and begin betting.

Legal Versus Illegal Online Sportsbooks

Michigan players now enjoy unprecedented access to legal sports betting. The number of different platforms slated for Michigan operations offer bettors the opportunity to line shop and find bets among multiple outlets.

Michigan’s Regulated Casino Industry

The agencies that oversee the state’s tribal and commercial retail casinos regulate all of Michigan’s legal mobile sports betting platforms and upcoming online casinos.

The National Indian Gaming Commission operates as the governing body that regulates Michigan’s tribal casinos. The Michigan Gaming Control Board oversees the state’s commercial casinos.

The state’s tribal and commercial casinos own and operate Michigan’s legal online sportsbooks. These retail casinos are held accountable by their respective governing bodies and therefore operate with a vested interest in prompt payouts and fair play.

Placing a bet at a legal online sportsbook in Michigan offers the same level of security as placing that same bet in one of the state’s land-based casinos.

Risks With Offshore And Illegal Gambling

Offshore gambling sites operating in the US are not obliged to offer these same safeguards. Betting at an offshore sportsbook entails a much higher level of risk. This includes the possibility of depositing money and never seeing that money again.

These offshore gambling sites are illegal operations in the US. As such, playing on them could result in a criminal penalty for players.

Michigan Online Sports Betting FAQ

How old do I have to be to place a bet at one of Michigan’s legal online sportsbooks?

The Michigan Lawful Sports Betting Act sets the minimum age for playing at 21. This minimum age requirement applies to sports betting platforms offered by both tribal and commercial casinos.

While tribal casinos may set the gambling age as low as 18 at their respective land-based properties, the legal minimum age for all state-regulated online sportsbooks is 21.

Yes. DraftKings Sportsbook launched in Michigan on Jan. 22, 2021. DraftKings works in the Michigan market through a licensing partnership with Bay Mills Casino Resort.

Yes. MotorCity Casino Hotel licenses FanDuel Sportsbook to operate in Michigan. The FanDuel Sportsbook Michigan platform launched in Janaury 2021.

Michigan bettors can access the site and place bets from anywhere within state borders.

Do Michigan online sports betting sites offer credit?

No. Legal online sports betting sites in the US generally do not offer play on credit. To bet, players must deposit funds at a mobile sportsbook.

Some sites offer no-deposit free play bonuses. These bonuses start new players off with an amount of playing credit. Other than these free sign-up offers, credit lines are not offered at legal US online sportsbooks.

Is betting on college sports allowed in Michigan?

Yes. The Lawful Sports Betting Act permits betting on college sports with no restrictions. Some US states outlaw betting on in-state teams and sports contests, but no such regulations pertain to Michigan.

College sports games involving teams like the Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans are open for betting at Michigan’s legal online sportsbooks.

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Do I have to visit a casino to create my online sports betting account in Michigan?

No. Michigan players can register and create an account at the state’s legal online sportsbooks from mobile devices and desktop computers from anywhere in the state.

Email verification, as well as documentation of age (21 and over) and identity, is required to start an account at a legal online sportsbook.

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Visiting the land-based casino related to an online sportsbook is one way to open an account, but isn’t necessary.