Best Michigan sports betting sites and apps for 2025

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What’s happening in Michigan sports betting right now

• Jan. 17, 2025 — The Detroit Lions are still the favorites on the Super Bowl odds board at +295 and will host the Washington Commanders in a divisional round playoff game.
• Jan. 5, 2025 — Thanks to a 15-2 record and a 31-9 victory over the Minnesota Vikings, the Detroit Lions clinched the NFC North and the conference’s No. 1 seed.
• Dec. 31, 2024 — According to PlayMichigan, the online gambling tax hikes proposed by Senators Sam Singh and Jeremy Moss were expected to fall by the wayside on Dec. 31 at midnight
• Nov. 27, 2024 — The 10-1 Detroit Lions enter NFL Week 13 with the shortest Super Bowl odds as the team moved ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs.
• Nov. 21, 2024 — Michigan sportsbooks earned $32.2 million in October sports betting revenue. The results included a hold percentage of just 5.5%.
• Oct. 21, 2024 — Michigan sports betting handle was $523.8 million in September, up 80.8% from August and 10% year over year.
• Oct. 16, 2024 — The Detroit Lions take on the Minnesota Vikings in Week 7. See the latest NFL Week 7 odds here.
• Oct. 4, 2024 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board handed out a cease and desist to Papaya Gaming in connection with operating four illegal online gaming apps in the state
• Oct. 2, 2024 — Caesars has launched Horseshoe Casino in Michigan, replacing WynnBET. Horseshoe is operating a casino in the state and is not launching a sportsbook.
• Sept. 18, 2024 — A man is facing eight felony charges after allegedly using a “system vulnerability” to make more than $2 million in “fictitious deposits” and place $88 million in bets in Michigan in 2023.

Michigan sports betting snapshot

Is online sports betting legal in Michigan?	Yes. Online sports betting is legal in Michigan, with 12 sportsbook apps available in the state. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the bill to legalize sports betting and online gambling in December 2019. Legal sportsbooks opened at casinos in March 2020, but online sportsbooks didn’t arrive until January 2021, the same day online poker and online casinos launched.
What sportsbook apps are legal in Michigan?	DraftKings, Caesars, BetMGM, FanDuel, ESPN Bet, and BetRivers, to name a few.
What sports can I bet on in Michigan?	All major sports and leagues are available for betting in Michigan. In-state college betting is also legal, as well as some entertainment bets such as the Oscars.
Who can bet on sports in Michigan?	You must be 21 or older and located in the state to bet on sports online in Michigan. Online sportsbooks will verify this using geolocation. Affiliated personnel cannot bet on their own team or sport.

List of all Michigan sportsbooks

Legal online sportsbooks made their debut in Michigan in January 2021. Many were available during the first month, and others trickled in afterward. There are now 12 Michigan sports betting sites. Here’s the complete list:

• BetMGM Sportsbook
• BetRivers Sportsbook
• Caesars Sportsbook
• DraftKings Sportsbook
• Eagle Casino & Sports
• ESPN Bet
• Fanatics Sportsbook
• FanDuel Sportsbook
• FireKeepers Sportsbook
• Four Winds Sportsbook
• Play Gun Lake Sportsbook (BetPARX)
• SI Sportsbook

Comparing the top Michigan sportsbooks

The list of Michigan sports betting sites includes FanDuel, DraftKings, Caesars, BetRivers, and BetMGM. Depending on what you’re looking for, some sportsbooks might be better than others. It can be a good idea to note what’s most important to you and compare those options against what each Michigan betting site has to offer. Here are the top options in several key areas, including NFL betting:

• Betting on major games and events: DraftKings, FanDuel. If you like sticking to top sports like the NFL or college football or major events like the US Open or a UFC fight, the industry leaders can be good places to wager. DraftKings and FanDuel typically bring in the most wagers of any online sportsbook in Michigan.
• When you’re looking for something different: BetMGM, BetRivers. The best sportsbooks in the state tend to have a good selection of sports to choose from, but some offer a bit more. BetMGM and BetRivers have large menus to browse through, including sports that you’re unlikely to find at every book. Both platforms have excellent online casinos, too.
• Odds that are most likely on point: Caesars. While odds will vary on individual contests due to market action, Caesars consistently hits the right notes.
• Sportsbooks with rewards programs: Caesars, BetRivers. These two books have straightforward rewards programs that offer you points when you wager on sports. Redeeming for bonus bets is also easy to do.
• Recurring promos and regular bonuses: Caesars, BetMGM. While sign-up options like the DraftKings promo code are great, the same holds true for regular incentives for existing customers. Caesars and BetMGM tend to have good recurring promos, as well as various daily odds boosts.

1. Caesars Michigan

The Caesars name is already prominent in gambling circles, but the company has worked to improve its sports betting presence. Regular Michigan sportsbook promos, competitive odds, a competitive welcome bonus with the Caesars Sportsbook promo code, and a wide selection of sports have helped it do so. The Caesars Sportsbook platform is a bit on the basic side, though, and customer service has sometimes been an issue, according to some customer reviews.

Caesars also operates two retail sports betting locations in Michigan, at the Leelanau Sands Casino and Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel, both in the Traverse City area.

2. BetMGM Michigan

BetMGM Sportsbook has one of the largest sports menus, ranging from the top games and events down to niche offerings like snooker and Gaelic sports. Navigation on the sportsbook’s website is a little awkward compared to the app, but it regularly steps up with promos and BetMGM bonus code. It’s also one of the fastest-paying sportsbooks, with several quick payout methods.

BetMGM is partnered with the Detroit Tigers in Michigan and operates a retail sportsbook at the MGM Grand Hotel in Detroit.

3. BetRivers Michigan

BetRivers is another sportsbook that has been expanding its national footprint. Aside from the new-user promo available with the BetRivers bonus code, the site stands out with one of the best rewards programs for online bettors with iRush Rewards. The rewards program allows bettors to work up to VIP perks, bonus bets, and gifts. The BetRivers Sportsbook app also offers a good variety of sports and betting options, but there have been mixed reviews on the platform’s overall performance.

BetRivers Sportsbook runs a retail sports betting location at Little River Casino Resort in Manistee.

4. FanDuel Michigan

FanDuel Sportsbook receives high marks for a smooth betting platform with solid visual appeal. It is proving a favorite of casual and experienced bettors, and past innovations like same-game parlays and improvements to the prop betting layout have been popular. It could, however, stand to offer more recurring promos outside of the widely marketed FanDuel promo code.

FanDuel is prominent in Michigan and has partnerships with both the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings.

5. Fanatics Sportsbook Michigan

Fanatics Sportsbook is live in Michigan after replacing PointsBet. The app is still a work in progress, with bugs sometimes affecting functionality and the betting experience. However, the new Fanatics Sportsbook promo is pushing to attract new customers to the platform.

Despite the growing pains, the app has some innovative features for users, such as a curated “Discover” page and FanCash bonus funds that users can accumulate and redeem for bonus bets or merchandise. Fanatics Sportsbook took over PointsBet’s partnership with Northern Waters Casino in Watersmeet of the Upper Peninsula.

6. DraftKings Sportsbook Michigan

DraftKings Sportsbook delivers one of the smoothest platforms for Michigan sports bettors. It offers a host of features and a good live betting section, but a wider selection of regular promos would be good to see, as well.

How to get started with the best Michigan sportsbook bonuses

Getting set up at a legal online sportsbook in Michigan is a quick process in most instances. When you register, you’ll enter some basic information before creating your account. On the bonus front, here are the top sportbook promos in Michigan, along with any codes to claim them, if necessary:

1. Caesars promo code: Bet $1, double your winnings on next 10 wagers. Use the code LSRDYW.
2. BetMGM bonus code: Up to $1,500 in bonus bets paid back if your first bet does not win. Use the code PLAYLSR.
3. BetRivers affiliate code: Use the code LSRRIV to receive a second-chance bet up to $500.
4. FanDuel promo code: No code necessary. Bet $5, get $300 in bonus bets if your bet wins.
5. Fanatics Sportsbook bonus code: Bet and get up to $1,000 in no-sweat bets. No code necessary; click to claim.
6. DraftKings Sportsbook bonus code: Get up to $1,250 in bonuses plus the King of the End Zone promo. No code necessary; click to claim.

Before signing up to bet at any new sportsbook, make sure that you have a full understanding of the terms of the bonus and use a code to activate it if it requires one. Here are some common promotional elements from top books:

• Deposit bonus: The sportsbook will match a percentage of your first deposit up to a certain amount. You’ll receive site credits that aren’t eligible to withdraw until you meet the wagering requirement.
• Loyalty program: If the sportsbook is part of a loyalty program, you’ll often enroll automatically when you sign up. And though the features associated with each program will vary depending on the app, they will all keep track of points you can earn by betting. You can then redeem these points for prizes, more bets or things like hotel stays with some programs. These programs are always free to enter.
• Odds boost: A boost provides you with the chance to increase your potential winnings from select wagers, such as a specific moneyline or prop bet.

You should be able to download a Michigan sports betting app and have your account ready to use in just a few minutes.

What to expect at a legal Michigan sports betting site

Legal retail sports betting made its debut in Michigan in 2020. The year was challenging, but promising signs emerged for the state’s new industry. When online sports betting officially launched the following January, the market’s full potential became even more apparent.

Sports bettors across the state can wager online or via a sportsbook app. The Michigan Gaming Control Board provides oversight of sportsbooks and protections for consumers. The state has evolved into one of the more gambling-friendly in the US, as Michigan online casinos and poker are legal, as well.

Land-based Michigan sportsbooks

In addition to Michigan’s live sports betting apps, there are several retail locations. Below is a list of every in-person sportsbook in Michigan available now.

Venue	Sportsbook	Mobile Partner	Odds Provider	Address	Phone Number	Hours of Operation
Bay Mills Resort & Casino	DraftKings Sportsbook	DraftKings	SBTech	11386 W Lakeshore Drive, Brimley	888-422-9645	Open 24 hours
FireKeepers Casino Hotel	Dacey’s Sportsbook	FireKeepers	SG Digital	11177 E Michigan Ave., Battle Creek	877-352-8777	Open 24 hours
Four Winds Dowagiac	Four Winds Kiosks	Four Winds	Kambi	58700 M-51 S, Dowagiac	866-494-6371	Open 24 hours
Four Winds Hartford	Four Winds Kiosks	Four Winds	Kambi	68600 Red Arrow Highway, Hartford	866-494-6371	Open 24 hours
Four Winds New Buffalo	Four Winds Kiosks	Four Winds	Kambi	11111 Wilson Road, New Buffalo	866-494-6371	Open 24 hours
Hollywood Casino at Greektown	ESPN Bet Sportsbook	ESPN Bet	Penn	1211 Chrysler Drive, Detroit	313-223-2999	Open 24 hours
Gun Lake Casino	131 Sportsbook & Lounge	Play Gun Lake	Kambi	1123 129th Ave., Wayland (25 mins south of Grand Rapids)	269-792-7777	Open 24 hours
Island Resort & Casino	SI Sportsbook at Island Resort & Casino	SI Sportsbook	Kambi	W 399 US-2, Harris	800-682-6040	Open 24 hours
Kewadin Casino – Christmas	Frosty’s Pub ’n’ Grub	Caesars	WSI	N7761 Candy Cane Lane, Christmas	906-387-5475	9 a.m.-1 a.m.
Kewadin Casino – Hessel	Kiosks located in bar area	Caesars	WSI	N 3 Mile Road, Hessel	906-484-2903	Sun-Thu: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri-Sat: 10 a.m.-1 a.m.
Kewadin Casino – Manistique	Team Spirit Bar	Caesars	WSI	5630 W, US-2, Manistique	906-341-5510	9 a.m.-1 a.m.
Kewadin Casino – St. Ignace	Whitetail Sports Bar	Caesars	WSI	3015 Mackinac Trail, St. Ignace	906-643-7071	Open 24 hours
Kewadin Casino – Sault Ste. Marie	Rapids Lounge and Superior Bar	Caesars	WSI	2186 Shunk Road, Sault Ste. Marie	800-539-2346	Open 24 hours
Leelanau Sands Casino	Caesars Sportsbook	Caesars	Caesars	2521 N West Bay Shore Drive, Peshawbestown	231-534-8100	Sun-Wed: 9 a.m.-12 a.m. Thu-Sun: 9 a.m.-2 a.m.
Little River Casino and Resort	River Rock Sportsbook & Grill	BetRivers	Kambi	2700 Orchard Highway, Manistee	888-568-2244	Mon: 12-2 a.m, 7 a.m.-2 a.m Tue-Fri: 7 a.m.-2 a.m. Weekends Open 24 hours.
MGM Grand Detroit	BetMGM Sports Lounge	BetMGM	BetMGM	1777 Third Ave., Detroit	877-888-2121	Open 24 hours
Motor City Casino Hotel	FanDuel Sportsbook	FanDuel	Flutter	2901 Grand River Ave., Detroit	866-782-9622	Open 24 hours
Saganing Eagles Landing Casino & Hotel	Creekside Lounge Sportsbook	Eagle Casino & Sports	GAN	2690 Worth Road, Standish	888-732-4537	Open 24 hours
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort	Ascend Sportsbook	Eagle Casino & Sports	GAN	6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd, Mount Pleasant	989-775-5777	Open 24 hours
Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel	Caesars Sportsbook at Turtle Creek Casino	Caesars	Caesars	7741 M-72, Williamsburg (25 mins east of Traverse City)	231-534-8870	Sun-Thu: 9 a.m.-3 a.m. Fri-Sat: 9 a.m.-4 a.m.

10 quick facts about Michigan sports betting

1. Michigan officially legalized sports betting in December 2019.
2. The first retail sportsbooks in the state opened in March 2020, right before the pandemic temporarily knocked out the sporting calendar and, later, the casinos.
3. The online launch took place in January 2021.
4. Detroit Tigers and Red Wings owner Marian Ilitch also owns Motor City Casino in Detroit.
5. Former state lawmaker Brandt Iden, who helped push the online gambling bill into law, now works in the industry.
6. To legally bet on sports online in Michigan, you must be 21 or older. Some tribal casinos allow patrons 18 or older to bet on sports.
7. State law allows you to wager on pro and college sports.
8. There’s no wagering on high school sports or entertainment-related events, though the Michigan Gaming Control Board has allowed Oscars betting.
9. There are seven facilities to place sports bets in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
10. Key league and team personnel may not wager on their own sports.

Michigan sports betting law and regulations

While states became able to set their own laws on sports betting in the wake of a US Supreme Court ruling in May 2018, it took some time for things to get going in Michigan. Sports betting officially became law in the state in December 2019.

Retail sportsbooks began opening in March 2020, but shutdowns quickly stymied them due to the coronavirus pandemic. The online launch occurred in January 2021, with several books debuting right out of the gate.

You must be 21 or older to bet on sports online in Michigan. While you don’t have to be a resident to sign up and wager online, you must be within state lines when placing bets. Here are some other key points of Michigan sports betting law:

• The state taxes sports betting revenue at 8.4%. In Detroit, commercial casinos pay an additional 1.25% city tax.
• Licenses cost $100,000. There’s an initial $50,000 application fee and an annual operating fee of $50,000.
• Online sportsbooks must partner with a land-based casino to be eligible to operate in the state.
• While you must be 21 to bet online in Michigan, some tribal land-based casinos only require bettors to be 18 or older.

Michigan sports betting restrictions

While many states outlaw the practice, sports bettors in Michigan can legally bet on in-state college sports teams. That makes teams such as the Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans some of the most popular squads to bet on in the state.

Michiganders are, however, restricted from betting on high school sports.

Michigan sports betting revenue by the numbers

Since launching online sports betting in January 2021, Michigan has become one of the US’s most profitable and mature markets. As of January 2025, Michigan was eighth among all states in betting handle all-time and had generated more than $1 billion in revenue. Below is a look at Michigan’s total sports betting handle, revenue, and taxes in recent years and months.

Michigan sports betting year over year

Year	Handle	Revenue	Taxes
2024 to date	$3,639,679,024	$358,169,457	$17,376,757
2023	$4,810,903,877	$434,438,031	$23,472,229
2022	$4,814,088,969	$418,647,137	$22,059,404
2021	$3,965,906,303	$319,522,216	$13,612,812

Michigan sports betting month over month

Month	Handle	Revenue	Taxes
October 2024	$582,611,178	$32,209,323	$907,667
September 2024	$523,776,650	$59,216,535	$2,029,809
August 2024	$289,680,651	$29,053,190	$1,303,865
July 2024	$256,764,456	$29,799,727	$1,449,451
June 2024	$285,170,266	$31,802,442	$1,598,793
May 2024	$354,836,011	$42,766,351	$2,597,165
April 2024	$414,426,339	$43,437,160	$2,616,238
March 2024	$497,622,751	$43,534,857	$2,465,059
February 2024	$415,816,758	$30,361,417	$1,289,879
January 2024	$601,585,142	$48,197,778	$2,026,498
December 2023	$613,425,699	$65,920,318	$4,021,700
November 2023	$584,142,443	$37,043,266	$1,180,415
October 2023	$551,127,024	$46,135,708	$2,537,783

Michigan sports teams to bet on

Detroit boasts home clubs — each of which has had its ups and downs through the years — in all four major pro leagues.

NFL: NFL fans were more interested than usual in Detroit Lions odds in the 2023-24 season as the Lions won two playoff games, their first such victories since 1991. The Lions are partnered with Eagle, Caesars and BetMGM in Michigan.

NBA: Partnered with FanDuel Michigan, the Detroit Pistons have a long history of success in the NBA, winning championships in 1989, 1990, and 2004. However, the team has not won a playoff round since the 2007-08 season.

MLB: The Detroit Tigers have not won a World Series since 1984 and struggled in recent years to find success prior to a 2024 run to the ALDS. The Tigers are, however, active in the sports betting space and have sponsorship deals with FanDuel and BetMGM. The Tigers (and Red Wings) are owned by the Ilitch family.

NHL: The Detroit Red Wings are now several years removed from a historic run of success in which they made the playoffs every season from 1989-90 to 2015-16 and won four Stanley Cups.

College sports are also a big attraction in Michigan. The University of Michigan and Michigan State garner most of the attention during college football and basketball seasons.

Michigan sports betting history

Beginning in 2015, the Michigan Legislature took its first steps toward legalizing internet gambling. Hopes were high when the landscape changed in 2018, but then-Gov. Rick Snyder ultimately vetoed a bill that would have made sports betting legal.

The debate continued into 2019, with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signing off on the Lawful Sports Betting Act in December of that year. The act was part of a broader package of bills that addressed lawful gambling as a whole.

Retail sports betting debuted in 2020, followed by online sports betting in 2021. Michigan has quickly grown into a top market for legal sports betting. Here are some of the key highlights on the path to getting there:

2024: ESPN Bet launches its first in-person sportsbook inside the Hollywood Casino at Greektown in Detroit on April 24.

Fanatics Sportsbook and Casino go live in Michigan, taking the place of PointsBet.

888 Holdings ends its deal with Authentic Brands Group, the owner of SI Sportsbook. SI Sportsbook and SI Casino plan to exit Michigan by the end of 2024

Caesars purchases WynnBET’s Michigan iGaming license and announces a contract extension with the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians for market access.

Online betting website Bovada can no longer be accessed in Michigan after receiving a cease and desist from the Michigan Gaming Control Board.

2023: Four Detroit Lions players are suspended for breaking the NFL’s rules on gambling. Quintez Cephus and CJ Moore are suspended for at least the 2023 season, while Stanley Berryhill and Jameson Williams are suspended for six games each.

The state sets a monthly record for sports betting handle with more than $613 million in wagers placed in December.

2022: DraftKings announces it will open a retail sportsbook at Bay Mills Resort & Casino in Brimley, with a permanent book opening in the fall.

2021: Legal online sports betting and online casino gambling debut in Michigan in January with $150 million in handle. Michigan closes out the year with two consecutive months above the $500 million mark.

2020: Retail sportsbooks open in March, but they must pause due to coronavirus restrictions. After a lull, business picks back up in August.

2019: The legalization debate continues throughout the year. It culminates in December when Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs off on the Lawful Sports Betting Act.

2018: A bill that would have legalized sports betting makes it to the desk of Gov. Rick Snyder, but he vetoes it.

2017: The Lawful Internet Gaming Act passes through a committee in the Michigan Legislature, sparking optimism that the state will move forward with legal sports betting in the future.

Michigan sports betting FAQ

List of Michigan resources

• The Michigan Gaming Control Board website includes rules and regulations, complaint procedures, and more information.
• Licensed internet gambling providers from the MGCB website.
• 2019 Michigan sports betting law, signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

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