In partnership with Play Anywhere and BetMGM, Monumental+ app will become first local streaming experience outside Las Vegas to feature live sports betting odds and other interactive gaming options  

CLICK HERE for screenshots of new MNMT sports betting and gamification features.  

Washington, D.C. (February 3, 2025) – Monumental Sports Network (MNMT) announced today that its best-in-class streaming app Monumental+ (M+), powered by ViewLift, will feature integrated real-time sports betting odds and gamification options during live game streams for the NHL’s Washington Capitals and NBA’s Washington Wizards through the new “Monumental Game Center” feature.  

Through a partnership with Play Anywhere and BetMGM, the independent media platform is the first local media rights holder to offer this type of interactive viewing experience outside of Las Vegas and the first of its kind across the NBA. Monumental Game Center is available now, ahead of the Wizards-Hornets game at 7 PM ET tonight and the Capitals-Panthers game at 7 PM ET tomorrow – both on MNMT.   

“At Monumental Sports & Entertainment, we pride ourselves on having a first-mover mentality and we are ecstatic to lead the way in creating an interactive, next-generation viewing experience for our fans,” said Zach Leonsis, President of Media & New Enterprises at Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE). “Through this groundbreaking partnership with Play Anywhere and BetMGM, Monumental+ is bringing real-time sports betting and other engaging games to the heart of the action for Capitals and Wizards streams, providing an opt-in experience for viewers to connect with our live broadcasts. This innovative feature is designed to complement our high-quality programming while offering fans more ways to engage with fast-paced NBA and NHL action.” 

Driven by Play Anywhere’s state-of-the-art technology, this innovative viewing option is designed to be complementary to the streaming broadcast, and fans who opt in to this new experience will see in-game betting prompts and live odds from BetMGM as well as interactive trivia questions and other features displayed via popups on their screen. Within the M+ app streaming platform, viewers will also notice a control bar on the right side of their device, including interactive features like: 

– In-game player stats 

– Advanced game stats and play-by-play analysis  

– Player bios and full-season stats 

– League standings 

– In-game polls, predictions, trivia questions, and other fun in the Monumental Game Center 

“We are honored to partner with Monumental Sports & Entertainment to bring an enhanced viewing experience to NBA and NHL fans,” said Yaacov Ben-Yaacov, CEO of Play Anywhere. “This partnership continues to fortify Play Anywhere as a global standard for contextual interactivity for viewers, through gaming, e-commerce and sponsorship. We are excited to be working with the leagues to enable these new experiences through their rightsholder ecosystem.”   

Live betting odds and other Monumental Game Center features are exclusively available via streaming on the M+ app and will be seen only by fans who opt in to the experience (betting will only be accessible to viewers 21+ as verified by BetMGM’s age verification protocols). Streamers will receive an opt-in prompt before odds are displayed, and fans interested in placing bets will be taken out of the M+ app and redirected to the BetMGM platform. Viewers watching the linear broadcast will see little difference other than occasional in-game graphics offering a QR code directing to the Monumental Game Center second screen experience which will enable the viewer to experience the same interactive features on their mobile phone. 

“BetMGM is constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance the fan experience and ‘go to where our customers are,’” said Matt Prevost, BetMGM Chief Revenue Officer. “This partnership with Monumental Sports & Entertainment perfectly demonstrates how live odds integration can heighten the enjoyment of a game – and how we continue to raise the bar on technological innovation across sports.” 

In-app gamification options will be available to M+ subscribers within the network’s footprint, including customers with access through their TV provider and subscribers to the network’s direct-to-consumer (DTC) memberships. The interactive viewing experience will be available on all portable streaming devices, including mobile, tablets, and computers, via iOS, Android, and web. Users will be able to access this feature on connected TV devices later this season. Live betting and other in-game features will only be available for Capitals and Wizards games on MNMT.  

Fans interested in experiencing this innovative technology and all of MNMT’s award-winning D.C. sports coverage can purchase annual DTC memberships priced at $199.99 per year at monumentalplus.com (savings of $39.89 per year compared to twelve months of a monthly subscription). Monthly memberships with access to all live games on MNMT and app-exclusive features are available at $19.99 per month. Fans with a TV provider that carries MNMT can enjoy the same app and consumer benefits as annual subscribers for free if they create an M+ account with their TV provider credentials. 

Before the start of the 2024-25 season, MNMT unveiled Monumental+, an upgraded best-in-class app, powered by ViewLift’s OTT platform, that supercharged the viewing experience for D.C. sports fans and set a new bar for regional media streaming platforms. The app offers several innovative features including: 

– Multi-view feature that puts fans in control of how they watch, by allowing up to four streams on a screen at once 

– The ability to watch Capitals and Wizards games simultaneously 

– Freedom to watch the main broadcast and alternate broadcasts at the same time 

– Six alternate camera angles for Capitals and Wizards home games 

– Ability to stream Monumental Sports Network on up to three devices at once 

Both MSE and BetMGM support the American Gaming Association’s Have A Game Plan.® Bet Responsibly.™ campaign, designed to ensure fans remain educated and equipped with tools to enjoy gaming in a responsible manner. MSE has dedicated a variety of assets and resources to promoting responsible gaming including media coverage on MSE’s efforts, messaging across all MSE media channels and in-arena digital displays, and commercials to consistently message fans outside the arena, on concourses, near concession areas, and in the center hung and ribbon boards while fans are in their seats. 

Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. Must be 21 or older to play.  

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About Monumental Sports Network
Monumental Sports Network is wholly owned and operated by Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE). The network holds exclusive local television media rights for the NHL’s Washington Capitals, NBA’s Washington Wizards and WNBA’s Washington Mystics games. MNMT is also the TV and digital home to the NBA G League’s Capital City Go-Go and the NBA 2K League’s Wizards District Gaming as well as exclusive behind-the-scenes content and original sports and entertainment programming. The network also boasts the most comprehensive regional high school and collegiate sports programming in the greater Washington D.C. metro area. For more, visit: www.monumentalsportsnetwork.com.  

About Play Anywhere 

Play Anywhere enables leagues and their broadcasters to provide viewers with enhanced interactive experience while driving new revenue to the media ecosystem.   The cornerstone of the Play Anywhere solution ensures preservation of production quality, adherence to regulatory guidelines and brand association through its compliance and clearinghouse platform.   Viewers of major league competitions including LaLiga, ATP Media, Paris 2024 Olympics, UEFA, NBA and NHL experience approved interactive experiences through the Play Anywhere platform and our partner Ease Live’s best in class interactive graphics.  Through Play Anywhere’s unique interactive rights deals, stakeholders participate in new revenue streams from interactivity and contextual sponsorship. The system spans linear and OTT services, enabling mass consumer rollouts. Viewers can now watch the game the way they want. Play Anywhere partners benefit from an improved viewer experience with no up-front or operating costs. 

For more information, visit the Play Anywhere website www.playanywhere.com. 

About BetMGM 

BetMGM is a market leading sports betting and gaming entertainment company, pioneering the online gaming industry. Born out of a partnership between MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) and Entain Plc (LSE: ENT), BetMGM has exclusive access to all of MGM’s U.S. land-based and online sports betting, major tournament poker, and online gaming businesses. Utilizing Entain’s U.S.-licensed, state-of-the-art technology, BetMGM offers sports betting and online gaming via market-leading brands including BetMGM, Borgata Casino, Party Casino and Party Poker. Founded in 2018, BetMGM is headquartered in New Jersey. For more information, visit https://sports.betmgm.com/en/blog.