New Sportsbooks Launch Ahead of NBA Playoffs

theScore Bet and other new betting apps now available in multiple states

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Several new sportsbooks, including theScore Bet, have recently launched in multiple states, giving sports bettors new platforms to place wagers on their favorite teams and leagues, particularly the NBA as the playoffs approach.

Why it matters

The launch of new sportsbooks provides more options and opportunities for sports bettors, especially with major events like the NBA playoffs on the horizon. This increased competition can lead to better odds, promotions, and user experiences for bettors.

The details

TheScore Bet, which was rebranded from ESPN BET, has launched in several states, including Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, DC. The sportsbook is offering a welcome bonus of Bet $10, Get $100 if your first bet wins.

  • TheScore Bet launched in December 2025.
  • The new sportsbooks are available as of March 8, 2026.

The players

theScore Bet

A new sportsbook that has recently launched in multiple states, offering sports bettors a new platform to place wagers.

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What they’re saying

“When new sportsbooks launch, they give sports bettors new platforms to place wagers on their favorite sports.”

— Adam Martin, Author (bookies.com)

What’s next

As the NBA playoffs approach, sports bettors will have more options to place wagers on their favorite teams and players with the launch of these new sportsbooks.

The takeaway

The launch of new sportsbooks like theScore Bet provides more choices and opportunities for sports bettors, especially with major events like the NBA playoffs on the horizon. This increased competition can lead to better odds, promotions, and user experiences for bettors.