There are positives and negatives for every sportsbook available in Louisiana, and finding the right one may come down to the features you desire most. Use the table below to find our picks for the best overall sportsbook for each of the five features we know Louisiana bettors value most.
Feature
Winner
Why it's Our Pick
Best Mobile App
⭐️ FanDuel Sportsbook
FanDuel's mobile app is second to none in Louisiana. It has a sleek look to it, always runs at high speed, and makes it easy to place bets!
Best Bonus Offer
⭐️ BetMGM Sportsbook
BetMGM is one of the best sportsbooks around for rewarding new players. Right now in Louisiana, folks can receive $200 in Free Bets by making a $10 wager!
Best Live Betting
⭐️ BetRivers
BetRivers offers live lines on a bunch of sporting events each day. Their app makes live betting a breeze and the overall experience is refreshing.
Best Rewards Program
⭐️ Caesars
Caesars Rewards has a storied history of success in the gambling industry. Every new Caesars player can rack up bonus points to cash in for some amazing rewards in Louisiana.
Best for Prop Bettors
⭐️ DraftKings Sportsbook
If you're into prop betting, you've got to get a DraftKings account. They consistently offer more player prop betting options than any other sportsbook in Louisiana!
Louisiana Sports Betting Fact Check
Louisiana has only had legal sports betting for a little less than 6 months, but the growth within the Pelican State has been phenomenal. See some quick facts about Louisiana sports betting in the below table.
✅ Launch Date
January 28, 2022
📅 Legal Betting Age
21
🏬 Number of Retail Sportsbooks
15
📱 Number of Mobile Sportsbooks
7
💰 Total Louisiana Handle (2021)
N/A
📈 Total Louisiana Handle (All Time)
$628 Million
💸 Largest Sportsbook Handle
Caesars
Best Sportsbook Apps in Louisiana
Mobile sports betting officially went live in Louisiana on Friday, January 28th. A total of six sportsbooks received the necessary approval to launch, giving bettors in The Pelican State plenty of betting options from day 1.
That initial group of sportsbooks that receive approval from the Louisiana Gaming Control board included Barstool Sportsbook, BetMGM, BetRivers, Caesars, DraftKings, and FanDuel. Given how young the Louisiana sports betting market is, there are likely to be thousands of new players left to figure out which of these apps offers the best overall betting experience.
To help with that process, we have identified the best overall sports betting app for Louisiana, as well as the app that offers the best bonus offers, and the app with the best live and in-game features. Find our picks below.
Best Overall Sportsbook: Caesars
Caesars Sportsbook has been busy building a brand in the state of Louisiana. They purchased the naming rights to the Superdome in July, and inked a deal to become the official betting partners of LSU in September. The TV campaign they are currently running across the state features the Manning family, who are considered by many to be Louisiana royalty.
Their PR and marketing campaign in the state has been impressive, but the real reason Caesars holds the crown as our top option for bettors in Louisiana is the quality of the sportsbook itself. The app is extremely user-friendly, has a great design, and is loaded with betting options.
On top of a great app, Caesars makes it easier to build a bankroll than any other US operator. There are three primary reasons Louisiana bettors can expect to win more with Caesars than with any other betting app in the state:
Better Odds - As a company that owns an odds shopping tool, we know a thing or two about which sportsbooks offer the best odds and lowest juice. Caesars consistently offers the lowest juice available across both fixed odds wagers and player props. This means you win more by betting on their app over a competitor's.
Better Promotions - While BetMGM has our top-rated bonus offer in Louisiana for June, Caesars is not far behind and their offer caps out at nearly 8x the total bonus available at BetMGM. Caesars also does a great job of offering daily odds boost opportunities on both the website and app.
Caesars Rewards - Based on the number of TV ads Caesars has ran in Louisiana over the past few months, most bettors likely already know that only Caesars offers Caesars Rewards. This is the top rewards program in the industry by a mile, and truly is a major advantage to betting with Caesars.
Best LA Bonus Offer: BetMGM Sportsbook
If you're a Louisiana resident that needs a sportsbook with an incredible sign-up bonus, look no further than BetMGM. BetMGM lives up to their moniker as the King of Sportsbooks by offering $200 in Free Bets to all new customers in The Pelican State. To take advantage of this promotion, just register and place any $10 wager.
Be sure to read the terms and conditions on the BetMGM site. Keep in mind that the Free Bets expire after 7 days and the $200 will be split into 4 separate $50 Free Bets.
Best Live Betting Option in Louisiana: FanDuel
Live betting is more popular than ever because it adds a whole new layer of excitement to watching sports. Whether you're a veteran sports bettor or just learning the ropes, there's just something cool about being able to bet on a game that is currently in action.
Thanks to FanDuel's expansive platform, Louisiana residents can enjoy Live Betting however and wherever they want. Here are a few things that we love about the live betting options that FanDuel offers:
Easy to Use - FanDuel's live betting platform is incredibly easy to use, even for sports bettors that have never placed a live bet! There is a "Live Now" icon on the top left-hand side of the homepage that will quickly let you see what live sporting events are available to bet on.
Live Stream Options - Here's a convenient tool that FanDuel offers their live betting customers. Louisiana residents can bet on the live event of their choice, but at a select number of events, FanDuel even offers a live stream so folks can see how their bets play out. That's hard to beat!
Tons of Sports Offered - Some sportsbooks limit their live betting options to only the four major sports of baseball, basketball, football, and hockey. That is not the case with FanDuel, as they offer live betting on a plethora of sports. On any given day, sports bettors will see live betting options for sports like tennis, soccer, Brazilian League basketball, and even table tennis!
Additional Sports Betting Apps Available in Louisiana
Beyond the three apps listed as our picks for the best Louisiana sportsbooks, bettors have another three apps available to them. These include DraftKings Sportsbook, BetRivers, and Barstool Sportsbook. Here are a few notes about each of these operators:
DraftKings Sportsbook
DraftKings is currently the leader in daily fantasy sports and the second-largest US sportsbook based on total handle. They currently offer legal sports betting in 17 US states. DraftKings gained access to the Louisiana market through a deal with Golden Nugget Casino Lake Charles.
The DraftKings app is packed with features including same game parlays, live betting, player props, and more. The current DraftKings bonus offer available in Louisiana pays out $150 in free bets with any $5 wager on the NBA Finals during June.
BetRivers Sportsbook
Louisiana became the 12th market to welcome BetRivers, whose parent company, Rush Street Interactive, also owns SugarHouse Sportsbook. BetRivers takes a much more conservative approach to sports betting, with smaller bonus offers and less exotic wagering options. This likely keeps them from truly competing with the likes of FanDuel and DraftKings.
The current bonus offer at BetRivers includes a 100% deposit bonus that will give you up to $250 free. Players are required to bet both their deposit and bonus funds at least once before the bonus can be withdrawn.
Barstool Sportsbook
Barstool Sportsbook is a part of Penn National, which owns five casinos across the state of Louisiana. The sportsbook is owned and operated by Penn National, who bought Barstool Sports in a $450 million deal in 2020.
Barstool Sportsbook's app is phenomenal. Looks great, it's easy to use, but it's not cheap. Odds are typically amongst the worst in the industry and players are forced to pay higher juice than with any other app. The current Barstool Sportsbook bonus offer for Louisiana will pay out $100 on your first $10 wager, guaranteed.
Louisiana In-Person Sportsbooks
Sports betting hasn't been legal in Louisiana very long, but there are already 10 retail sportsbook locations in the state for bettors to enjoy. The two hot spots are Bossier City, which has 3 sportsbooks, and Lake Charles, which has two. Here is a list of all of the sportsbooks in the Pelican State.
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino
The Golden Nugget in Lake Charles is the perfect spot for a weekend getaway. They have some of the best concerts in the state, as well as a first-class sportsbook that is run by DraftKings. Maybe the most impressive thing about this resort is that they offer 9 restaurants!
Address: 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Lake Charles, LA 70601
Sam's Town Hotel & Casino
Sam's Town is home to FanDuel Sportsbook, one of the most trusted names in the industry. Sam's also has three restaurants and an amazing spa for guests to enjoy during their stay.
Address: 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy, Shreveport, LA 71101
Boomtown Casino: Bossier City and New Orleans
Both of these locations' sportsbooks are run by Barstool. Both casinos have 4 restaurants and offer a whole host of slots and table games. The New Orleans site has a poker room, but the Bossier City location does not.
Addresses:
300 Riverside Dr, Bossier City, LA 71111
4132 Peters Rd, Harvey, LA 70058
Margaritaville Resort Casino
It's always happy hour at Margaritaville! Guests can enjoy country music from folks like Gene Watson and Rodney Carrington this summer. The sportsbook is run by Barstool and is open each day with extended hours.
Address: 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City, LA 71111
Paragon Casino Resort and Hotel
The first retail sportsbook in Louisiana was opened by Betfred at this location. Guests can choose from 9 delicious restaurants and indulge in some slots and table games.
Address: 711 Paragon Pl, Marksville, LA 71351
L'Auberge Casino Hotel Baton Rouge and Lake Charles
Thanks to a partnership with Barstool, both of these fine casinos offer an incredible sportsbook. The Lake Charles book has 45 TVs and 19 betting kiosks to take care of all your sports betting needs. The Baton Rouge book isn't completed yet, but they still have 20 betting kiosks to take your action.
Addresses:
777 L’Auberge Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70820
777 L'Auberge Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Horseshoe Bossier City Hotel & Casino
The Horseshoe Boosier City offers exquisite rooms at bargain prices throughout the year. The Horseshoe is home to one only two Caesars Sportsbook locations in the state.
Address: 711 Horseshoe Blvd, Bossier City, LA 71111
Harrah's New Orleans Hotel & Casino
As you might expect from a New Orleans casino, this Harrah's location knows how to party. There are 3 nightclubs inside this casino, as well as a Caesars Sportsbook.
Address: 228 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Louisiana Sports Betting FAQs
With legal sports betting less than a year old in Louisnana, new bettors are bound to have plenty of questions as they get started. The FAQs below address the majority of the questions we have received from new players wondering how legal betting works in The Pelican State.
Is sports betting legal in Louisiana?
Yes, both mobile and retail betting is legal in 55 of the state's 64 parishes. Retail sports betting becan on October 31st, 2021. The first set of mobile sportsbooks launched on January 28, 2022.
Is mobile betting legal in Louisiana?
Yes, Louisiana could have as many as 20 mobile sportsbooks licensed to operate in the state. LA sports bettors already have access to 6 of the top sports betting apps on the market and additional options are expected to launch in the state over the first half of 2022.
What is the best bonus offer for Louisiana sports bettors in June?
For June, the best bonus offer in Louisiana is FanDuel's Bet $5 Get $200 promo! It's hard to beat getting $200 free for just placing a $5 bet!
Where does Louisiana sports betting revenue go?
25% of all sports betting revenue in Louisiana will go to supporting the school system through the Early Childhood Education Fund. 58.5% will go towards general state affairs.
What is the minimum betting age in Louisiana?
The minimum betting age in Louisiana is 21. For those that have tracked each state's rules and regulations, this should come as no surprise. Every state that has legalized sports betting has set the minimum age requirement at 21.
Is DFS legal in Louisiana?
Louisiana residents that have been asking for DFS will have to wait a bit longer. The state has been trying to pass legislation legalizing real money fantasy sports since 2019, but operators like FanDuel and DraftKings are yet to get final approval. It is likely that DFS will be included with sports betting with an NFL week one launch date.
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