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theScore Bet Louisiana Review

theScore Bet; the rebranded successor to ESPN BET; runs on PENN Entertainment's sportsbook technology and operates retail sportsbooks at L'Auberge Lake Charles and L'Auberge Baton Rouge. The flagship feature is deep integration with theScore mobile news app, surfacing live odds, injury updates, and bet slips from the news experience millions of fans already use.

Rating4.2/5 ★
Best ForNews Integration
LaunchedNovember 2023 (as ESPN BET)
PartnerL'Auberge Lake Charles, L'Auberge Baton Rouge

How theScore's Welcome Bonus Works

Place your first wager up to $1,000 at standard odds. If it loses, you receive the stake back as bonus bets, distributed as a single token. The bonus bet must be used within 7 days at minimum odds of -200; the stake is not returned on a winning bonus bet.

  1. Open the theScore Bet signup page via BettingInLA
  2. Verify identity and Louisiana location (21+)
  3. Deposit at least $10
  4. Place a first wager up to $1,000
  5. If it loses, the bonus credit lands within 24 hours

Pros & Cons

What We Like

  • Best-in-class news integration via theScore mobile app
  • PENN Entertainment retail at L'Auberge properties
  • mychoice Rewards integration across PENN casinos
  • Solid same-game parlay tool

What Could Improve

  • Brand transition (ESPN BET → theScore Bet) caused some user confusion
  • Live streaming less mature than bet365
  • Loyalty value depends on PENN property visits

Betting Markets

theScore offers wagering across 10 sport categories in Louisiana:

  • NFL
  • NBA
  • MLB
  • NHL
  • College football
  • College basketball
  • UFC/MMA
  • PGA Golf
  • Tennis
  • Soccer

Payments & Payout Speed

Deposit Methods

  • Online banking
  • Debit card
  • PayPal
  • PayNearMe

Withdrawal Methods

  • PayPal
  • Online banking
  • Check by mail
  • Cash at L'Auberge

Typical payout time: 24-72 hours

Minimum deposit: $10

How theScore Compares

theScore BetRiversCaesars
Welcome BonusBet $10, Get $1002nd Chance Bet $50010× 100% Profit Boost
Rating4.2/54.4/54.7/5
Min Deposit$10$10$10
App Rating4.1 ★4.3 ★4.7 ★
Best ForNews IntegrationPelicans FansSaints Fans

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theScore Louisiana FAQ

Is theScore Bet the same as ESPN BET?

theScore Bet is the rebranded version of ESPN BET, relaunched under the original theScore brand in December 2025 after PENN Entertainment's deal with Disney/ESPN ended. Existing balances and accounts carried over.

Where can I bet retail in Louisiana with theScore?

Retail sportsbooks are available at L'Auberge Lake Charles and L'Auberge Baton Rouge. Both accept cash bets and are open year-round.

What is mychoice Rewards?

mychoice Rewards is the PENN Entertainment loyalty program. Wagers at theScore Bet earn tier credits and rewards redeemable at any PENN casino, including the two Louisiana L'Auberge properties.

Ready to bet with theScore?

Bet $10, Get $100 in Bonus Bets; If first bet wins · rebranded from ESPN BET Dec 2025 · PENN Play loyalty · valid through July 31, 2026.

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