James Murphy
James Murphy

James Murphy is a preeminent authority on the international gambling industry and has made frequent appearances in the mainstream media including the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Forbes, Entertainment Weekly, CNBC and NPR. He has previously worked as a radio and podcasting host where he broadcast to an international audience that depended on his expertise and advice. Murphy also serves as an odds making consultant for sports and ‘non-sport novelty bets’ covering the entertainment industry, politics, technology, financial markets and just about everything else.

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Week 6 Odds, Prediction: Bills, Jets Tangle on Monday Night Football

In a surprising move the New York Jets fired Robert Saleh after their loss to the Vikings in London. Now the Jets have to prepare for a Monday night showdown against their divisional foes. Despite a 2-3 record and the dismissal of their coach, a win, and the Jets would be tied for the division […]

Week 6 Odds, Prediction: Bills, Jets Tangle on Monday Night Football

NFC West Rivals Meeting on TNF as 49ers Visit Seahawks

With the Rams troubled by injuries and the Cardinals going through a rebuild, it appears the NFC West is a two-team race between the 49ers and the Seahawks. And on Thursday Night Football, the two teams renew their decade old rivalry in Seattle. San Francisco 49ers The 49ers blew a third quarter 23-10 lead and […]

NFC West Rivals Meeting on TNF as 49ers Visit Seahawks

Week 7 College Football Best Bets: Underdogs USC, UCLA

Penn State (-5.5) vs USC USC is coming off a loss to Minnesota and playing at home after that loss, there is value with this price. Facing a top ranked team, the Trojans will be jacked up for this game as a win would keep their playoff hopes alive. The long travel for Penn State […]

Week 7 College Football Best Bets: Underdogs USC, UCLA

Norris Trophy Odds 2025: Avs Makar Heavy Favorite

Cale Makar is one of the bigger favorites when it comes to individual awards for the upcoming season. But defending Norris winner, Quinn Hughes and Adam Fox, who also won this award, are not far off. And for those who may be looking for some value, you’re in luck, because there are a handful of […]

Norris Trophy Odds 2025: Avs Makar Heavy Favorite

Jack Adams Award Odds: Devils’ Sheldon Keefe Favorite in 2024/2025

The Jack Adams Award goes to the coach of the year but sometimes it’s hard to know how the voters will cast their ballots. As usual, several new faces behind teams’ benches, including some familiar ones who have just changed zip codes. With that being said, it’s time to check out some of the contenders […]

Jack Adams Award Odds: Devils’ Sheldon Keefe Favorite in 2024/2025

Mahomes Favored for MVP, Stroud, Daniels Not Far Behind

Week 5 is complete and the NFL season has seen some surprises that have altered the MVP race. The preseason favorites remain near the top but there are some new faces who have entered the race including a dynamic rookie who is taking the league by storm. Let’s take a look at the updated odds […]

Mahomes Favored for MVP, Stroud, Daniels Not Far Behind

Coach of The Year: Vikings O’Connell Big Favorite, but Quinn in Hot Pursuit

One team began the season with a rookie quarterback while the other started with their backup under center. And now the Commanders and the Vikings head coaches are at the top of the list of Coach of The Year. And when you look at they’ve done to help turn around their franchises in just five […]

Coach of The Year: Vikings O’Connell Big Favorite, but Quinn in Hot Pursuit

NHL MVP Odds: Who Else But McDavid Favored to Win Hart Trophy

The Edmonton Oilers almost completed the greatest comeback in Stanley Cup history but fell one game short. Connor McDavid was named the Conn Smythe winner, only the second non-goalie on a losing team to capture the award. That puts him in line as the clear cut favorite to win the Hart for the fourth time […]

NHL MVP Odds: Who Else But McDavid Favored to Win Hart Trophy

Hellebuyck, Shesterkin Favorites to Win Vezina

If the odds are any indication, the battle for the Vezina this season could be an absolute barn-burner with several goalies chasing the coveted award. Among the favorites, Jeremy Swayman, Igor Shesterkin, and last year’s winner, Connor Hellebuyck, who goes for his third honor. But is there a dark horse looming? Let’s take a look. […]

Hellebuyck, Shesterkin Favorites to Win Vezina

2025 Stanley Cup Odds: Oilers Remains Faves to Win it All

The Oilers comeback last year fell one game short but oddsmakers feel Edmonton will climb the mountain in 2025 and finally win the Stanley Cup. But can the Panthers go back-to-back and a third straight appearance in the Finals? Let’s break down some of the teams that could challenge for Lord Stanley’s Cup. Edmonton Oilers […]

2025 Stanley Cup Odds: Oilers Remains Faves to Win it All