Arizona legalized sports betting in April 2021 through House Bill 2772, and the law took effect in September of that same year. Now, the state has retail and online sportsbooks, with many of the biggest names in sports betting active.
If you're an Arizona native contemplating a sports betting journey, here's everything you need to know about how to get started and which sites and apps to use.
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Is sports betting legal in Arizona?
Yes! Arizona legalized sports betting after Governor Doug Ducey signed HB 2772 into law in April 2021. Retail and online sports betting sites officially went live in the state five months later on Sept. 9, 2021.
Anyone physically in Arizona and aged 21 years or older with a valid United States Social Security Number can bet on sports. Many large sites operate under partnerships with TPC Scottsdale and other large retail companies and casinos.
Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) oversees Arizona sports betting, in accordance with the laws of the state. Arizona has certain regulations that may differ from other states. For instance, betting on college sports is legal, but betting on college athletes' player props is illegal.
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Online sportsbooks available in Arizona
| Sportsbook | License Partner |
| DraftKings | TPC Scottsdale/PGA Tour |
| FanDuel | Phoenix Suns |
| bet365 | Ak-Chin Indian Community |
| Fanatics Sportsbook | Tonto Apache Tribe |
| BetMGM | Arizona Cardinals, Gila River Tribe |
| Caesars Sportsbook | Arizona Diamondbacks |
| Betfred | Fort McDowell Yavapi-Apache Nation |
| Sporttrade | Quechan Indian Tribe of the Fort Yuma Indian Reservation |
| Desert Diamond Sports | Tohono O'odham Tribe |
| Hard Rock Bet | Navajo Nation |
| Bally Bet | WNBA |
| Golden Nugget | Hualapai Tribe |
How to sign up and place a bet in Arizona
Betting on sports in Arizona is pretty straightforward. Anyone at least 21 years of age and physically in the state of Arizona can bet through a legalized and state-approved sportsbook.
To get started, just sign up on any of the above online sportsbooks. Then, verify your account details and accept the terms and conditions, and you will be good to begin your sports betting journey!
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What you can bet on in Arizona
While sports betting is legal in Arizona, there are still some restrictions on what bettors can wager on. Here's a look at what's available for Arizona sports bettors.
- Online and retail sports betting are BOTH legal in Arizona
- NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, UFC, golf, motorsports and other pro sports and leagues
- College sports lines, totals and futures
- Olympics
- Horse racing
- esports
What you can't bet on in Arizona
There are some nuances as to what can be bet on in Arizona. With college sports, for example, it is legal to wager on lines, totals and futures, but you cannot wager on college player props. Here are the restrictions to keep in mind.
- IGaming or online casino gambling
- Prop bets on college athletes or teams
- High school sports
- Placing wagers at an unlicensed sportsbook is illegal
- Must physically be in Arizona to place wagers
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Arizona sports betting promos and bonus offers
When deciding which sports books to use, it also makes sense to take a look at what promotional offers may be available to you.
- DraftKings: Bet $5+ get $200 in Bonus Bets instantly + over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket!
- FanDuel: Bet $5 get $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins!
- Bet365: (1) Bet $5, get $200 in Bonus Bets win or lose! OR (2) Get a first bet safety net up to $1,000 in Bonus Bets!
- Fanatics Sportsbook: (1) Bet $10 get $100 in FanCash + up to $100 back in FanCash every football gameday! OR (2) Bet $50 get $250 FanCash! OR (3) Bet and get up to $1,000 in FanCash!
- BetMGM: (1) Get a 20% deposit match up to $1,500 in sports bonus! OR (2) Get up to $1,500 back in Bonus Bets if your first bet doesn't win!
- Caesars Sportsbook: Bet $1, double your winnings your next 20 bets!
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- Betfred
- Sporttrade
- Desert Diamond Sports
- Hard Rock Bet
- Golden Nugget
- Bally Bet
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Popular teams to bet on in Arizona
If you're looking to bet on the home teams in Arizona, there is no shortage of options. Here are some of the most popular sides to bet on in the Grand Canyon State.
- Arizona Cardinals (NFL)
- Arizona Diamondbacks (MLB)
- Phoenix Suns (NBA)
- Phoenix Mercury (WNBA)
- Utah Mammoth (formerly Arizona Coyotes, NHL)
- Arizona Wildcats
- Arizona State Sun Devils
Responsible gambling resources in Arizona
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, there are several resources available for help.
- Arizona Division of Problem Gambling
- Arizona Council on Compulsive Gambling (ACCG)
- Arizona Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-639-8783 (also text "NEXTSTEP" to 53342)
- National Council on Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Algamus Recovery Services
- Online or virtual counselling providers offering gambling addiction support
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