Sports Betting Markets in Massachusetts

September – February

NFL betting is the largest single sport at every Massachusetts sportsbook, driven by Patriots Sunday handle and the league's 17-game regular-season cadence.

October – June

Boston Celtics betting drives NBA volume in Massachusetts. After the 2024 NBA Championship banner, MA bettors flock to Celtics futures and player prop markets.

March – October

Red Sox games at Fenway Park drive MLB handle in Massachusetts, with 162 regular-season games providing daily betting action April through September.

October – June

Boston Bruins betting is amplified by FanDuel's official partnership with the team. NHL markets at MA sportsbooks include deep props and live betting.

February – December (MLS) / Year-round (international)

Massachusetts sportsbooks cover MLS, Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, and major international tournaments. Boston is also a host city for FIFA World Cup 2026.

November – April

March Madness is the high point of college basketball betting in Massachusetts, with relaxed rules during multi-team tournaments allowing wagers on in-state teams.

August – January

College football betting in Massachusetts covers the Power 5, Group of 5, and the 12-team College Football Playoff — with restrictions on in-state programs during the regular season.

Year-round

UFC betting is fully available in Massachusetts year-round. PPV fight cards, Fight Night events, and Dana White's Contender Series are all offered at MA sportsbooks.

Year-round (PGA)

Golf betting in Massachusetts covers the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, the four majors, and the Ryder Cup — with deep prop and matchup markets every tournament week.

February – November

NASCAR betting covers the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series — with the closest oval to Massachusetts at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon.