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Pauly McGuire is a novelist, sports writer, and sports bettor who specializes in the NBA and NFL.
He joined Casino.org in 2022 after 20 years of experience in the gaming industry with bylines in High Roller Magazine, Vegas Seven, MSN, and the UK Racing Post. He covered major spectacle events such as March Madness, the Iditarod, the Tour de France, the Oscars, and the World Series of Poker.
For nearly a decade, Pauly covered the international poker circuit in Europe, Latin America, and Australia. His critically acclaimed 2010 book "Lost Vegas" chronicled working at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas while writing for Tao of Poker, Bluff Magazine, Fox Sports, and Poker Player Newspaper during the wildest days of the poker boom.
Pauly grew up in New York City, which is why he's a jaded fan of the New York Jets and Knicks. After residing in Las Vegas and Los Angeles for the last two decades, Pauly recently relocated to Denver, Colorado.
He's currently working on his fourth novel titled "The Kicker." His most recent novels -- "Guard This" (2021) and "Fried Peaches" (2018) -- are currently available on Amazon.
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550 stories by Pauly McGuire
Fantasy Football: Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs Among Top Rookie RBs
Bijan Robinson from the Atlanta Falcons and Jahmyr Gibbs from the Detroit Lions are among the top rookie running backs to keep an eye on for your upcoming NFL fantasy football draft. Zach Charbonnet from the Seattle Seahawks, Kendre Miller from the...
Washington Commanders Name Sam Howell as Starting Quarterback
Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera stated that Sam Howell will be the team's starting quarterback in the season opener against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 1. Howell becomes the sixth quarterback to start the season opener since Kirk Cousins left Washington...
MLB Divisional Betting: Three-Way Race in NL Central
Only two games separate the top three teams in the race to determine the NL Central division winner and who gets a trip to the playoffs. The Milwaukee Brewers (65-57) hold a two-game lead over the surging Chicago Cubs and slumping Cincinnati...
Los Angeles Dodgers Extend Winning Streak to 10 in a Row
The surging Los Angeles Dodgers are the hottest team in baseball, with a 10-game winning streak and the league's best record since the MLB trade deadline. The Dodgers are 14-1 in August after making four key additions prior to the trade deadline....
Tampa Bay Bucs Lose Receiver Russell Gage to Season-Ending Injury
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fear that veteran wide receiver Russell Gage is out for the season after he sustained a knee injury during practice on Wednesday. The Bucs and the New York Jets participated in a joint practice, and Gage suffered a...
Indianapolis Colts Tap Rookie Anthony Richardson as Starting Quarterback
The Indianapolis Colts have named rookie Anthony Richardson as their starting quarterback when the regular season opens against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Colts selected Richardson with the fourth-overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Richardson, who played his collegiate ball with the...
Philadelphia 76ers Won’t Trade James Harden, Drama Ensues
The plot thickens in the latest trade standoff between former NBA MVP James Harden and Daryl Morey, the general manager of the Philadelphia 76ers. Harden requested a trade to the Los Angeles Clippers in June but the 76ers were unable to work...
New York Jets Sign Free Agent Running Back Dalvin Cook
Veteran running back Dalvin Cook has signed a one-year deal with the New York Jets. His new contract could be worth up to $8.6 million based on incentives this upcoming season. The Minnesota Vikings cut Cook in the offseason to save cap...
New Orleans Saints Face Depth Issues at Running Back
New Orleans Saints rookie running back Kendre Miller sustained a knee injury during the team's preseason opener on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. Miller is the second running back to suffer an injury since the Saints’ training camp began. The Saints...
Tampa Bay Rays Ace Shane McClanahan Out for the Season
The Tampa Bay Rays have sent left-handed pitcher Shane McClanahan to the 60-day IL with a left forearm injury, and their ace won't pitch again in the regular season. The Rays' clubhouse is in a dour mood because McClanahan will most likely...