Sports are all about skill, hard work, consistency, and showing up when it matters the most. Players who have all this in their arsenal are most likely going to get results. Not only this, but they’ll also win money for those who decide to bet on them. Whether you’re putting money on individuals or teams, some stars simply offer better odds of success. In this article, we look at the standout sports stars who should be on your go-to list when betting.

LeBron James

Regardless of where you stand in the Michael Jordan Vs. LeBron James debate, there’s no denying that The King is one of the best players to ever step foot on the basketball court. The 2024/2025 season has been his 22nd in the league. During this time, he won 4 NBA Championships, 4 MVPs, and was an All-Star 21 times. Aged 40, he continues to be one of the best players in the league and looks ready to return next season for the final year of his contract with the Lakers. If this turns out to be his last season in the league, there’s no doubt he and the rest of the team will make a strong push. While 82% of Californians voted against legalizing online sportsbooks (source: https://www.footitalia.com/betting-sites/california/), basketball fans in LA will undoubtedly look to bet on Bron and the Lakers using offshore platforms next year. 

Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes has been the face of the Kansas City Chiefs for 7 seasons now for a good reason. The 3-time Super Bowl Champion and 2-time NFL MVP is one of the most dominant quarterbacks the league has ever seen. Known for his insane arm strength, creativity on the move, and ability to turn broken plays into touchdowns, he’s everything a bettor could ask for. Whether you’re betting on the Chiefs to win or individual stats, you can expect Mahomes to deliver almost always. On top of this, Chiefs are never out of contention in any game, and you just know he’ll play at his best until the very last second. While the three-peat has slipped up from the Chiefs’ hands this year, they could very easily go and win it all again next year, meaning that betting on the team to win in Super Bowl LX also makes sense.

Novak Djokovic

Now we get to a sport where individual performance is the only thing that matters - tennis. If there’s a player who has displayed skill and consistency throughout the entire career, it’s Novak Djokovic. The Serbian is the most successful player in the history of the sport, winning 24 Grand Slam titles and appearing in 37 finals throughout his 22-year-long playing career. He hasn’t shown signs of slowing down and still dominates big stages. If you look at his 2025 calendar, you’ll see that there will be plenty of games you can bet on, including those in the famous Roland-Garros. He rarely loses to lower-ranked players, is reliable in early rounds, and shows consistency in five-set matches, making him the right star to put your money on. Regardless of how long he continues to play, there won’t be times when betting against Djokovic won’t be a risky move.

Mohamed Salah

Mohamed Salah has just won the Premier League title with Liverpool and rightfully finds himself among the top Ballon d’Or candidates for 2025. He’s been performing at a top level for years and will look to put in more strong performances next season. Salah turned down a big-money move to Saudi Arabia and extended his Liverpool contract in April. This means he and many others from the Liverpool title-winning team (including Virgil Van Dijk) will wear red next season as well. For you, this means there will be 50+ games in which you can bet on the Egyptian and his team to perform the same as they did in the 2024/2025 season. Also, after winning the PL title this year, Arne Slot’s team may have their eyes set on the Champions League trophy.

Caitlin Clark

Caitlin Clark had an out-of-this-world rookie season in the WNBA, and some already see her becoming the league’s best-ever player. In her first season with the Fever, Clark averaged 19.2 points per game, winning the WNBA Rookie of the Year award in a one-sided vote. We won’t have to wait long for her second season in the league to begin, and expectations are sky-high. Many see her playing even more minutes and taking on a bigger offensive role. This makes her an ideal candidate for those looking for players to bet on. Again, you have the option to put your money on her individual stats or on the Fever to win. Indiana has been impressive in the first few preseason games, and this may just transfer to the regular season once the WNBA officially returns for the 2025 season.

Wrap up

All players we listed in this article have proven that they can show up and put in amazing performances week after week, and chances are, putting your money on them will be worth it. Still, don’t forget to do your research, follow the form, and think your every move when betting on them.