North Carolina legalized online sports betting on March 11, 2024, when eight licensed sportsbooks went live. The Tar Heel State built a brand-new market with permissive regulatory treatment including unrestricted college basketball betting, yes, you can bet on UNC, Duke, and NC State, INCLUDING player props. With 8 licensed operators and 3 retail tribal casinos, North Carolina created a competitive market that's already generating over $85 million in tax revenue supporting public education. If you're watching the Charlotte Hornets or betting on national TV games, North Carolina's got you covered.

New York legalized online sports betting on January 8, 2022, and the Empire State built one of America's largest and most lucrative sports betting markets. By December 2024, New York posted $2.28 billion in monthly handle, the second-highest single month on record, with cumulative revenue exceeding $1.5 billion. If you're watching games at Madison Square Garden or Barclays Center, New York's got you covered.

New Jersey legalized online sports betting on August 1, 2018, just two months after the Supreme Court overturned PASPA on June 14, 2018. With 14 licensed sportsbooks, proximity to the New York Knicks, Brooklyn Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, and Boston Celtics, and over $1 billion annually in sports betting tax revenue (more than any other state), New Jersey built the gold standard for NBA betting. If you're watching games at Barclays Center or betting from Atlantic City, New Jersey's got you covered.

New Hampshire legalized sports betting on December 30, 2019, when Governor Chris Sununu placed the state's first legal bet using DraftKings. The Granite State operates a unique monopoly model where DraftKings is the sole licensed online operator. In fiscal year 2025, New Hampshire delivered a record $39 million to public education, third highest per-capita in the nation. If you're watching the Boston Celtics (1.5 hours away) or betting on national TV games, New Hampshire's got you covered.

Nevada is America's original sports betting capital, with legal wagering dating back to 1949. Online sports betting launched in Nevada in 2010, making the Silver State the first jurisdiction in the world to offer mobile sports betting. Despite nationwide competition from 38+ states now offering sports betting, Nevada remains the gold standard for odds-setting, sharp money activity, and professional-grade betting operations. If you're watching games in Vegas or betting from Reno, Nevada's got the most sophisticated NBA betting infrastructure in the nation.

Missouri legalized sports betting when voters approved Amendment 2 in November 2024, and the Show-Me State launched on December 1, 2025. That makes Missouri the nation's 39th jurisdiction to legalize sports wagering, with 9 licensed sportsbooks launching. Pre-registration opened November 17-30, which means you can set up accounts now and be ready to bet the second the clock strikes midnight on December 1st. The launch timing during the NBA's holiday season and heading into January playoff races is perfect for basketball bettors.

Michigan legalized online sports betting on January 22, 2021, and the Great Lake State built one of the country's most competitive markets. With 12 licensed sportsbooks, an 8.4% tax rate (one of the lowest nationally), and unlimited licensing, Michigan created a premium NBA betting environment. Home to the Detroit Pistons and passionate college basketball fans (Wolverines, Spartans), Michigan has generated over $3 billion in cumulative handle since launch. If you're watching the Pistons or building parlays on national TV games, Michigan's got you covered.

Massachusetts legalized online sports betting on March 10, 2023, and the Bay State built one of the country's most competitive markets. With 7 licensed sportsbooks, a 20% tax rate (higher than most states), and robust regulatory oversight, Massachusetts created a premium NBA betting environment. The state set a monthly handle record at $748.1 million in October 2024. If you're watching the Celtics at TD Garden or building parlays on national TV games, Massachusetts has you covered.

Maryland legalized online sports betting on November 23, 2022, and the Old Line State built one of the most competitive markets in the country. With 12 licensed sportsbooks, a moderate 15% tax rate (though 20% has been proposed), and permissive college basketball betting regulations, Maryland created a premium NBA betting environment. If you're watching the Washington Wizards from nearby or building parlays on national TV games, Maryland's got you covered with serious line shopping opportunities.