Arthur Crowson got his start in traditional newspapers before making the jump to digital media, where he's spent the last ten years writing about poker, finance, crypto, gambling, and emerging tech. Over that time, he's developed a knack for spotting the moments when markets, technology, and gambling pull in the same direction. His work has appeared in publications like PokerListings, CryptoVantage, ValueWalk, and PokerScout.
Arthur is based in Hawaii, which does a pretty good job of keeping things in perspective. When he steps away from the screen, he's probably out surfing or firing up his wood-fired pizza oven at home.
Experience
- Poker
- Sports Betting
- Lifestyle
- Tech
- Casino
Articles by Arthur Crowson
What Is Line Shading?
This article explains line shading, the pricing tactic sportsbooks use to adjust odds on popular bets, and shows bettors how to spot it and use it to their advantage.
By Arthur Crowson
What Is Market Efficiency?
A breakdown of how market efficiency shapes sports betting odds, why it matters for bettors, and where real inefficiencies still exist.
By Arthur Crowson
How Oddsmakers Set Lines
A breakdown of how oddsmakers build point spreads, moneylines, and totals using power ratings, vig, and betting action, so bettors can read line movement with real understanding.
By Arthur Crowson
Why Betting Lines Move
A direct breakdown of why sportsbooks shift point spreads, totals, and moneylines between opening and kickoff, and what those moves signal to bettors.
By Arthur Crowson
Why CLV Matters
A direct, evidence-based breakdown of closing line value (CLV), why sharp bettors track it, and how it predicts long-term profitability better than win rate.
By Arthur Crowson
How to Calculate Closing Line Value
A practical breakdown of how to calculate closing line value (CLV), why sharp bettors treat it as the top predictor of long-term profit, and how to start tracking it correctly.
By Arthur Crowson