In a landmark ruling on December 20, the Supreme Court overturned a 1992 federal law and opened the door to legal sports betting. The high court ruled in favor of New Jersey and struck down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, which prohibited states from regulating sports betting. In the wake of this decision, it has become clear that the NFL is embracing legal betting, and the league has partnered with DraftKings, FanDuel, and Caesars Entertainment. In addition, the NFL has also opened sportsbooks inside some of its stadiums, and more are in the works.

In order to be successful in betting on sports, it is important to know the rules of each game and how to read the odds. The most common bets are straight bets, parlays, and over/unders. Straight bets are simple and easy to understand. They involve placing a bet on the team or player that will win a particular game, while parlays and over/unders require more knowledge to place. In addition to these bets, many sportsbooks offer a variety of prop bets as well.

While gambling is popular in many countries, it is important to be aware of the risks involved. Certain types of bets can lead to gambling addiction and problems, especially among college-age students. A recent NCAA survey found that 10% of Division I respondents were aware of student-athletes being harassed by bettors online or in person. This type of harassment is known as “targeted harassment” and it can have serious consequences. In addition to these issues, sports gambling can be illegal in some countries and is prohibited by others.