BetMGM's welcome offer is Bet $5, win $150 in bonus bets. It is one of the most widely available licensed sportsbooks in the US and carries totals markets across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL, plus alternate lines on most major games.
What over under markets does BetMGM offer?
BetMGM posts game totals for all four major US pro sports. Alternate totals — modified lines priced at adjusted odds — are available on most marquee matchups. Those markets let bettors move the number up or down from the main line. For a deeper look at how alternate lines work, see the guide to alternate totals and when to use a modified line.
Standard juice on BetMGM totals is -110 per side, matching the industry norm. A $110 wager at -110 returns $100 profit; a $100 bet returns $90.91 profit for a total payout of $190.91. That built-in margin equals roughly 4.76% for the book. For the full math, see -110 odds explained.
BetMGM welcome bonus for totals bettors
New users who bet $5 receive $150 in bonus bets per BetMGM's current offer. Bonus bet funds count as net earnings in the operator's tax calculation — they are not free money from the IRS's perspective. Review taxes on over under winnings and W-2G thresholds for 2026 before assuming any bonus is tax-neutral.
Specific rollover requirements, expiry windows, and state eligibility are not confirmed in available operator filings. Check BetMGM's terms directly at sign-up. Must be 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.
Where is BetMGM legal?
BetMGM holds licenses in the majority of states where online sports betting is legal. As of 2026, roughly 32 states permit statewide mobile wagering following the 2018 repeal of PASPA. BetMGM is among the active operators in North Carolina, Illinois, Colorado, and Arizona, among others. California and Texas have no legal online sports betting. See the full state picture at state-by-state legal status in 2026.
For a verified list of which states BetMGM and other operators hold active licenses, check licensed US sportsbooks by state.
How does BetMGM compare to other top totals books?
DraftKings and FanDuel each hold a larger overall share of US handle than BetMGM, but all three carry standard -110 juice on game totals. The main differences come down to app interface, alternate-line depth, and promo structure. For a direct look at the competition, read about DraftKings totals betting and browse the full best sportsbooks for over under bets comparison.
Bettors who want to reduce the book's built-in edge should check whether BetMGM offers reduced-juice lines in their state. The difference between -110 and -105 cuts the sportsbook's hold from ~4.76% to ~2.38%. Full breakdown at reduced juice totals explained.
Is BetMGM right for over under bettors?
BetMGM suits bettors who want wide state availability, a recognizable brand, and alternate totals on major pro games. It is less suited for sharp bettors hunting -105 reduced-juice lines or deep prop markets. Those looking for strategy beyond just picking a book should read how sharp bets shift the over under number before placing their first totals wager on any platform.