New Mexico Sports Betting Market Welcomes BetMGM Retail Sportsbook

Examining the opening of BetMGM's retail sportsbook at Isleta Resort & Casino in New Mexico.

James Bisson

Last Updated: November 3, 2023 11:15 AM EDT • 3 minute read

BetMGM, one of the truly elite sports betting providers in the U.S. market and one of our best sportsbooks, is bringing its wagering experience to New Mexico. It was announced this week that through a partnership deal with Isleta Resort & Casino in Albuquerque, BetMGM will be opening a retail sportsbook — its first in the state.

Adam Greenblatt, Chief Executive Officer of BetMGM, said of the launch, "It's a privilege to enter New Mexico and collaborate with Isleta Resort & Casino. We're confident sports fans will enjoy the world-class gameday experience that only BetMGM provides."

The BetMGM sportsbook at Isleta Resort & Casino will instantly become one of New Mexico's largest sportsbooks. Plans to offer a mobile BetMGM sports betting app in the state is not in the works, although it is one of our best sports betting apps, as mobile betting has not yet been legalized in the Land of Enchantment.

The sportsbook

Isleta Resort & Casino will be the site of a 4,900-square-foot BetMGM retail betting facility. The venue, like all other legal sports betting destinations in New Mexico, is located and will operate on Tribal Lands.

There will be two VIP sections included in the space and 35 television screens that will enhance the wagering experience at the casino. Five betting windows and four betting kiosks will also be a part of the BetMGM New Mexico experience.

BetMGM takes immense pride in not only its mobile but also its retail sports betting products. Its facility in New Mexico will be known for a quality sports wagering experience and will likely become one of, if not the best, wagering experiences in the state.

Included in the sports betting offerings by BetMGM in New Mexico will be a strong focus on responsible gaming and resources to help with problem gambling. BetMGM has been and will continue to be at the forefront of the responsible gaming push that has become an important part of a sportsbook offering.

Looking to build

Not only is BetMGM a winner with the announcement of a new sportsbook in the state, but Isleta Resort & Casino is, too. For the casino, it partners with one of the top sports providers in the nation, and for BetMGM, it expands its already impressive reach across America.

"This is an exciting moment for both Isleta Resort & Casino and those that enjoy the fun and excitement of sports betting. We believe we are 'Where the fun begins' when it comes to New Mexico Gaming," said Adrianna Jiron, Chief Operations Officer, Isleta Resort & Casino, on the newly formed BetMGM partnership.

Karl Waitner, Chief Executive Officer of Isleta Resort & Casino, said, "Isleta Resort & Casino's goal is to constantly improve the consumer experience. Our new partnership with BetMGM makes unforgettable moments in sports even more personal, powerful, and fun."

For BetMGM, it gets to claim a presence in 28 states, including retail facilities in 11 states nationwide. The sports betting provider also puts itself in a prime position to take advantage of a mobile sports betting platform in New Mexico if legalized.

Written by:
James Bisson

James Bisson is the Editor-in-Chief of Sportsbook Review. He has been a writer, reporter and editor for more than 20 years, including a nine-year stint with The Canadian Press and more than five years at theScore. He has covered dozens of marquee events including the 2010 Winter Olympics, the 2006 Stanley Cup final and Wrestlemania 23, and his work has appeared in more than 200 publications, including the Los Angeles Times, the Guardian, Yahoo! Sports, the Toronto Star and The Globe and Mail. His book, “100 Greatest Canadian Sports Moments”, was a hardcover best-seller in Canada in 2008 and earned him appearances on CBC Radio and Canada AM. He has written more than 50 sportsbook reviews, more than 200 industry news articles and dozens of other sportsbook-related content articles. A graduate of the broadcast journalism program at Ryerson University (now Toronto Metropolitan University), James has been an avid bettor since the early 2000s, and cites bet365 as his favorite sports betting site due to its superior functionality and quick payouts. His favorite piece of sports betting advice: "Stay in your lane. You're much more likely to have success betting sports you know, and focusing on finding angles and edges there."