Marc Meltzer, Author at PlayNevada

Adelson’s Passing Makes Venetian’s Future Even Murkier

Rumors about the sale of The Venetian heat up as the company handles Sheldon Adelson's passing as well as online gambling expansion.

Posted on: January 12, 2021 | | Marc Meltzer

What Are The Odds? Vegas Golden Knights Ready To Drop Puck On 2021 NHL Season

Despite only existing three years, the Vegas Golden Knights franchise has already proven itself as a perennial Stanley Cup contender. Now, just a few months after getting eliminated in the Western Conference Finals, the Knights are practicing at City National Arena in Summerlin as they prepare for the 2021 NHL season. While the NHL season […]

Posted on: January 11, 2021 | | Marc Meltzer

Circa Sports, Westgate Celebrate End Of NFL Season By Crowning Contest Champs

With the NFL regular season completed, four football handicapping contests through Circa Sports and the Westgate awarded nearly $5 million in winnings.

Posted on: January 7, 2021 | | Marc Meltzer

As Vegas Strip Suffers, Nevada Gaming Revenue Shows Big Sports Betting Wins

The November gaming report had some good and bad news when it came to Nevada gambling. Sports showed out, table games lagged, and the Vegas Strip suffered.

Posted on: January 6, 2021 | | Marc Meltzer

Happy Holidays Indeed: Joseph Hebert Wins WSOP Main Event Domestic Tournament

Joseph Hebert wins the 2020 WSOP Main Event Domestic tournament that took place at the Rio All-Suites Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

Posted on: December 29, 2020 | | Marc Meltzer

Could Nevada Legalize State Lottery To Make Up For Massive Lost Revenue?

Nevada is generating less tax revenue than usual due to coronavirus. One way to make up the loss would be to finally allow Nevada residents to play the lottery next year.

Posted on: December 18, 2020 | | Marc Meltzer

And The Winner Is: Nevada Approves NBA, NCAA Individual Futures Betting

The Nevada Gaming Control Board approved wagering on four NBA regular-season individual futures markets, then signed off on NCAA individual futures betting.

Posted on: December 16, 2020 | | Marc Meltzer

Nevada May Still Be On Pause, But Casinos Play On And Remain Open

Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak extended the current coronavirus "pause." This will allow casinos to remain open now and probably in the future.

Posted on: December 14, 2020 | | Marc Meltzer

No Longer King, Nevada Sports Betting Far From Dead After Record-Setting Month

Nevada saw a record sports betting handle of $659.6 million in October. But it is no longer the king of legalized sports betting. Still, don't count out Nevada to retake the throne.

Posted on: November 25, 2020 | | Marc Meltzer

Is A New Durango Station In The Works With Four Station Casinos Still Closed?

Station Casinos is considering building a new casino in Las Vegas despite having four casinos that remain closed due to coronavirus.

Posted on: November 24, 2020 | | Marc Meltzer

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Posts by Marc Meltzer:

Adelson’s Passing Makes Venetian’s Future Even Murkier

What Are The Odds? Vegas Golden Knights Ready To Drop Puck On 2021 NHL Season

Circa Sports, Westgate Celebrate End Of NFL Season By Crowning Contest Champs

As Vegas Strip Suffers, Nevada Gaming Revenue Shows Big Sports Betting Wins

Happy Holidays Indeed: Joseph Hebert Wins WSOP Main Event Domestic Tournament

Could Nevada Legalize State Lottery To Make Up For Massive Lost Revenue?

And The Winner Is: Nevada Approves NBA, NCAA Individual Futures Betting

Nevada May Still Be On Pause, But Casinos Play On And Remain Open

No Longer King, Nevada Sports Betting Far From Dead After Record-Setting Month

Is A New Durango Station In The Works With Four Station Casinos Still Closed?

Nevada Gaming Revenue Continues To Break Records In July

WynnBET’s Demise Could Spell Changes In Las Vegas

Casino Royale May Close. Here’s A Look Back

Football No Longer King Of Nevada Sports Betting

Nevada Gaming Revenue Dips But Remains Strong In June