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Woods’ return to Masters boon for books’ handle

Even when he was not on top, Tiger Woods was the hottest topic in golf. Of course, when his secret sex life was exposed, the X-rated details dominated the discussion.

CHIP SHOTS: Betting on the Masters

Brian Blessing (DonBest.com) was handed a mythical bankroll of $200 to bet the Masters futures board at the LVH.

Nevada bill would expand sports gambling in state

CARSON CITY — Private investment groups could place sports wagers on behalf of investors under a proposed law in Nevada that would allow the state to reap millions in untapped revenue.

One last obstacle for red-hot Pitino

What was considered a crapshoot a few weeks ago is now a game in Rick Pitino’s control. He has been rolling such a hot pair of dice, the odds are in his favor.

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Derby hopefuls jockey for points in Wood, Santa Anita

It is a misnomer to call Saturday’s $1 million Wood Memorial or $750,000 Santa Anita Derby “prep races” for the Kentucky Derby. Until you earn enough Derby points to secure a spot, no one is prepping anymore. You must run well or end up watching the Derby on TV.

Michigan favored, but I like Orange

It took a magic trick by sophomore point guard Trey Burke to get Michigan to the Final Four. To win two more games, he might need to mimic a great escape artist.

NRA urges lawmakers to ban sports kiosks from bars

CARSON CITY — The powerful Nevada Resort Association urged state lawmakers Wednesday to approve a bill banning small establishments with restricted gambling licenses from having sports betting kiosks.

Books, bettors ask same question: Who can beat Louisville?

Sometime during the second half, Mike Krzyzewski looked for help and found none. He might have reminisced that it was a lot easier coaching a crew of NBA All-Stars in the Olympics.

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