The NBA and NHL playoffs are approaching the conclusion of their initial round matchups, and one of the most captivating series thus far has been between the 76ers and the Knicks.
Despite the Knicks currently holding a 3-1 lead in the series, all the games have been tightly contested, with none being decided by a margin greater than 12 points. Two of the games were even decided by fewer than six points. In Game 3, Joel Embiid, the center for the 76ers, delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 50 points. In response, Jalen Brunson, the guard for the Knicks, nearly matched him in Game 4 with a record-breaking 47 points, showcasing an impressive playoff performance.
Meanwhile, in the NHL, the Rangers swiftly eliminated the Capitals in a four-game sweep, which concluded on Sunday night. Three out of the four games were settled by a difference of two or more goals. More here....
The total amount of bets placed in the month reached $44.9 million, marking an increase of 8.2% compared to March of the previous year when it was $41.5 million. It also represents a significant 15.7% growth compared to the $38.8 million wagered in Rhode Island in February 2023.
Out of the total handle, $37.0 million was placed through online platforms, while the remaining $7.8 million was bet at physical sportsbooks. Twin River processed $5.6 million of the retail bets, while Tiverton Casino accounted for a total of $2.2 million in wagers.
March's revenue in Rhode Island showed a slight increase compared to the previous month. The total revenue of $2.9 million in February was surpassed by a 6.9% margin, reaching $3.1 million in March.
Breaking down the revenue sources, online betting contributed $2.5 million to the overall monthly total. On the other hand, revenue from retail betting was significantly lower, generating just $604,093. More here....
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