🏆 Sports Intelligence Autopilot

Professional sports intelligence Actor that delivers real-time scores, statistics, and odds analysis across 38 leagues in 17 sports with beautiful HTML reports.

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🎯 What This Actor Does

Get comprehensive sports intelligence across multiple sports and leagues:

• 📊 Live Scores - Real-time game data from ESPN
• 📈 Team Stats - Season records, standings, performance metrics
• 🏥 Injury Reports - Player status and impact analysis
• 🌤️ Weather Data - Game conditions affecting outcomes
• 💎 Odds Analysis - Value bets and arbitrage (with API key)
• 🤖 AI Predictions - ML-powered forecasting (optional)
• 📱 Alerts - Discord/Telegram notifications

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🌍 Massive Sports Coverage (38 Leagues!)

🏇 Horse Racing (£40B+ Annual Market!)

• UK Racing - Racing Post, Oddschecker (£10B)
• US Racing - Equibase, DRF ($11B)
• AU Racing - Racing.com, TAB ($15B)

🏏 Cricket (2.5 Billion Fans!)

• IPL - Indian Premier League
• T20 - T20 Internationals
• ODI - One Day Internationals
• Test - Test Cricket
• Big Bash - Big Bash League

⚽ Soccer (3.5 Billion Fans!)

• EPL - English Premier League
• La Liga - Spanish La Liga
• Champions League - UEFA Champions League
• Serie A - Italian Serie A
• Bundesliga - German Bundesliga
• MLS - Major League Soccer

🏀 Basketball

• NBA - National Basketball Association
• NCAA - College Basketball
• EuroLeague - European Basketball

🏈 American Football

• NFL - National Football League
• NCAAF - College Football

⚾ Baseball

• MLB - Major League Baseball

🏒 Ice Hockey

• NHL - National Hockey League
• SHL - Swedish Hockey League

🥊 Combat Sports

• UFC - Mixed Martial Arts
• Boxing - Professional Boxing

🎾 Tennis

• ATP - ATP Tour
• WTA - WTA Tour
• ATP Doubles - ATP Doubles

🏎️ Motorsports

• Formula 1 - F1 World Championship (FREE - Ergast API)
• MotoGP - Motorcycle Racing

⛳ Golf

• PGA Championship - PGA Tour
• The Masters - Masters Tournament

🏉 Rugby & Australian Sports

• Rugby League NRL - Australian Rugby League
• Rugby Union World Cup - Rugby World Cup
• AFL - Australian Football League

🎯 Other Sports

• Darts - PDC World Championship
• Bowling - PBA Tour

Total: 38 professional leagues across 17 sports!

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⚡ Quick Start (5 Minutes)

Step 1: Choose Your Mode

🆓 API FREE MODE (No API Keys Needed!)

{
  "mode": "live_scores",
  "quickSelectPreset": "usa_popular"
}

Get real ESPN data immediately - team records, scores, venues!

🔑 PREMIUM MODE (With API Keys)

{
  "mode": "sharp_line_hunter",
  "quickSelectPreset": "global_mega",
  "oddsApiKey": "YOUR_ODDS_API_KEY"
}

Unlock odds analysis, value bets, arbitrage detection!

Step 2: Select Your Sports

🏏 Cricket Focus - IPL, T20, ODI, Test

{
  "quickSelectPreset": "cricket_focus",
  "mode": "live_scores"
}

🇺🇸 USA Sports - NBA, NFL, MLB, NCAA

{
  "quickSelectPreset": "usa_popular",
  "mode": "deep_stats"
}

⚽ Soccer Focus - EPL, La Liga, Champions League

{
  "quickSelectPreset": "soccer_focus",
  "mode": "injury_impact"
}

🏇 Horse Racing - UK, US, Australia

{
  "sports": ["Horse Racing UK", "Horse Racing US", "Horse Racing AU"],
  "mode": "live_scores"
}

🌍 Global Mega - 12 top leagues worldwide

{
  "quickSelectPreset": "global_mega",
  "mode": "live_scores"
}

🏆 Maximum Coverage - All 38 leagues!

{
  "quickSelectPreset": "max_coverage",
  "mode": "live_scores"
}

Step 3: View Your Beautiful HTML Report

1. Run completes in 30-120 seconds
2. Go to Storage → Key-value stores
3. Click OUTPUT to see your professional dashboard
4. Or view detailed data in Dataset tab

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🎮 Operating Modes (20 Total!)

🆓 API FREE Modes (No API Keys!)

📊 Live Scores Dashboard

Data Source: ESPN Public API
What You Get:

• Real-time scores across all sports
• Team records (W-L) and standings
• Game status (Live, Final, Scheduled)
• Venue information
• Broadcast networks
• Use Case: Stay updated on all games TODAY

📈 Deep Stats Analyzer

Data Source: NBA/MLB/NFL Official APIs
What You Get:

• Season statistics: PPG, FG%, ERA, yards, etc.
• Offensive/defensive rankings
• Home vs Away splits
• Conference standings
• Use Case: Research teams before betting

🏥 Injury Impact Analyzer

Data Source: ESPN Injury API
What You Get:

• Current injury status (Out, Doubtful, Questionable)
• Player details (name, team, position)
• Injury description
• Expected return dates
• Use Case: React to injury news for betting edges

🌤️ Weather Edge Finder

Data Source: OpenWeatherMap (1000 calls/day free)
What You Get:

• Game-day weather conditions
• Wind/rain impact on totals
• Temperature effects on scoring
• Use Case: Weather-based betting angles

👥 Community Insights

Data Source: Reddit Public API
What You Get:

• Popular picks from r/sportsbook
• Sentiment analysis
• Upvote/comment counts
• Contrarian signals
• Use Case: Gauge public opinion

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🔑 PREMIUM Modes (Require API Keys)

🎯 Sharp Line Hunter

Requirements: The Odds API key
What You Get:

• Value bets using Pinnacle as sharp reference
• Expected Value calculations
• Kelly Criterion staking
• Confidence scoring
• Use Case: Find +EV opportunities

💎 Arbitrage Detector

Requirements: The Odds API key
What You Get:

• Guaranteed profit opportunities
• Exact stake calculations
• Profit percentages
• Multi-bookmaker comparisons
• Use Case: Risk-free profits

🎲 Middling Scanner

Requirements: The Odds API key
What You Get:

• Spread mismatches
• Key number crossings
• Hedging opportunities
• Use Case: Reduce risk on existing bets

⚡ Live Betting Sniper

Requirements: SportsRadar API key
What You Get:

• In-game line movements
• Momentum shifts
• Live value detection
• Use Case: Live betting edges

💰 DFS Lineup Optimizer

Requirements: DraftKings API (partnership)
What You Get:

• Optimal lineup construction
• Salary cap optimization
• Ownership projections
• Correlation plays
• Use Case: Daily fantasy sports

🔥 Steam Chaser

Requirements: The Odds API key
What You Get:

• Coordinated line movements
• Sharp money tracking
• Bookmaker-to-bookmaker flow
• Use Case: Follow professional bettors

🧠 Sharp vs Public Divergence

Requirements: Action Network API
What You Get:

• Public betting percentages
• Sharp money indicators
• Reverse line movement
• Use Case: Fade the public

🤖 AI Predictions

Requirements: OpenAI or Claude API
What You Get:

• ML-powered forecasts
• Historical pattern analysis
• Confidence intervals
• Use Case: AI-assisted betting

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💡 Key Features

🎯 Smart Value Bet Detection

Uses correct Expected Value formula with vig removal:

EV = (decimal_odds × true_probability) - 1

Features:

• ✅ Pinnacle sharp line reference
• ✅ Market-wide vig removal
• ✅ Confidence scoring (HIGH/MEDIUM/LOW)
• ✅ Multiple bookmaker comparison
• ✅ Source tracking

Example Output:

Sport: Horse Racing UK
Race: Ascot 3:30 PM
Bet: Thunder Bolt @ +450
Edge: +8.2%
Kelly Stake: 3.1% ($31 on $1000 bankroll)
Confidence: HIGH
Source: Pinnacle (Sharp)

💰 Arbitrage Detection

Finds guaranteed profit opportunities:

Sport: Cricket (IPL)
Match: Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings
Profit: 2.8%
Bet 1: Mumbai +125 @ Bet365 ($520)
Bet 2: Chennai -115 @ DraftKings ($480)
Guaranteed: $28 profit

📊 Kelly Criterion Staking

Calculates optimal bet sizing:

• Uses fractional Kelly (default 0.25 = conservative)
• Shows percentage and dollar amounts
• Caps at 5% of bankroll for safety
• Adjusts for confidence level

📈 Team Stats Integration

Enriches odds with live data:

• Win/loss records
• Current scores (for live games)
• Venue information
• Broadcast networks
• Historical performance

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📤 Output Formats

1. HTML Report (Recommended) 📄

Location: Key-Value Store → OUTPUT

Beautiful dashboard with:

• 📊 Summary statistics cards
• 💎 Value bets with sport badges
• 💰 Arbitrage opportunities with stakes
• 🎲 Middling opportunities
• 🎨 Color-coded by confidence
• 📱 Mobile-friendly design
• 🖨️ Print-friendly layout

2. JSON Dataset 📊

Location: Dataset tab

Structured data:

• All odds lines with enriched stats
• Value bets sorted by edge
• Arbitrage opportunities
• Team statistics
• Summary report

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🔧 Configuration Options

Quick Selection Presets

• cricket_focus - IPL, T20, ODI, Test, Big Bash
• usa_popular - NBA, NFL, MLB, NCAA Basketball, NCAA Football, NHL
• soccer_focus - EPL, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Champions League, MLS
• global_mega - 12 top leagues worldwide
• combat_sports - UFC, Boxing
• individual_sports - F1, Tennis, Golf
• max_coverage - All 38 leagues!
• custom - Choose your own sports

Custom Sport Selection

{
  "quickSelectPreset": "custom",
  "sports": [
    "Horse Racing UK",
    "IPL",
    "NBA",
    "English Premier League",
    "Formula 1"
  ]
}

Analysis Settings

Parameter	Default	Description
mode	live_scores	Operating mode (20 options)
minValueThreshold	3	Minimum edge % for value bets
bankroll	1000	Your bankroll for Kelly calculations
kellyFraction	0.25	Kelly multiplier (0.25=conservative)

API Keys (All Optional!)

Parameter	Description	Free Tier
oddsApiKey	The Odds API	500 req/month
sportsRadarKey	SportsRadar	Varies
draftKingsKey	DraftKings	Partnership
twitterApiKey	Twitter/X	$100/month
openaiApiKey	OpenAI	$5 credit

No API keys? Actor still works in FREE mode with ESPN data!

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💰 API Costs & Usage

The Odds API (Optional - for betting odds)

• Free Tier: 500 requests/month
• Cost per sport: ~10-20 requests
• Without API key: Actor works in stats-only mode!

ESPN Stats API (Always FREE)

• Cost: $0.00 - Completely FREE
• Rate limits: None
• API key: NOT needed
• Data: 11 sports with real-time data

Example Usage

• 3-5 sports: ~50 requests = 10 runs/month
• 10-15 sports: ~150 requests = 3 runs/month
• All 38 sports: ~400 requests = 1-2 runs/month

💰 Pricing

Scans	Free Plan	Starter Plan	Scale Plan	Business Plan
10	$0.05	$0.04	$0.035	$0.03

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📊 Expected Results

Typical Run (5-10 sports)

Execution Time: 30-60 seconds
Data Sources: ESPN  + Odds API (optional)
Games Found: 50-150
Live Games: 5-30
Value Bets: 10-30 (with odds API)

Large Run (all 38 sports)

Execution Time: 90-120 seconds
Data Sources: Multiple Platform + premium APIs
Games Found: 200-500
Live Games: 30-100
Value Bets: 30-80 (with odds API)

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🔔 Webhook Setup (Optional)

Discord

1. Server Settings → Integrations → Webhooks
2. Create New Webhook
3. Copy webhook URL
4. Paste in actor input

Telegram

1. Create bot with @BotFather
2. Get bot token
3. Get chat ID from @userinfobot
4. Use format: https://api.telegram.org/bot<TOKEN>/sendMessage?chat_id=<CHAT_ID>

Alert Example

🔥 VALUE BET
Sport: Horse Racing UK
Race: Cheltenham 4:15 PM
Bet: Desert Storm @ +650
Edge: +9.1%
Kelly: 3.5% ($35)

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⚙️ Scheduling Runs

Recommended Schedule

Morning: 9:00 AM (overnight moves)
Afternoon: 3:00 PM (sharp action)
Evening: 9:00 PM (late steam)

How to Schedule

1. Go to Schedules tab
2. Click Create new schedule
3. Set frequency and time
4. Enable webhooks for alerts

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🐛 Troubleshooting

"No data found"

Solutions:

• ✅ Check if sports are in-season
• ✅ Try different sports (NBA/EPL usually have games)
• ✅ Verify internet connectivity
• ✅ Check ESPN API status

"Odds not showing"

Solutions:

• ✅ Add oddsApiKey for odds analysis
• ✅ Verify API key at The Odds API
• ✅ Check requests remaining
• ✅ Without API key, actor runs in stats-only mode (this is normal!)

"HTML report not showing"

Solutions:

• ✅ Look in Key-value stores, not Dataset
• ✅ File name is OUTPUT
• ✅ Click OUTPUT to view in browser

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🏆 Best Practices

For Cricket Fans 🏏

{
  "quickSelectPreset": "cricket_focus",
  "mode": "live_scores",
  "includeStats": true
}

For Horse Racing Fans 🏇

{
  "sports": ["Horse Racing UK", "Horse Racing US", "Horse Racing AU"],
  "mode": "sharp_line_hunter",
  "oddsApiKey": "YOUR_KEY"
}

For Soccer Fans ⚽

{
  "quickSelectPreset": "soccer_focus",
  "mode": "injury_impact"
}

For Multi-Sport Bettors 🌍

{
  "quickSelectPreset": "global_mega",
  "mode": "sharp_line_hunter",
  "minValueThreshold": 5
}

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⚠️ Disclaimer

This tool is for informational and educational purposes only.

• Sports betting involves risk
• Past performance doesn't guarantee future results
• Always gamble responsibly
• Never bet more than you can afford to lose
• Check local laws regarding sports betting
• Seek help if gambling becomes a problem:

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📜 License

Apache 2.0 - Free to use,

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Author: Anirban Roy

🙏 Credits

• ESPN API - Real-time scores and stats
• The Odds API - Betting odds data (optional)
• Ergast F1 API - Formula 1 data
• OpenWeatherMap - Weather data
• Apify Platform - Infrastructure

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💬 Support

• Issues: Use thumbs down on any run
• Questions: Apify messaging
• Community: Apify Community Forum

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🌟 Why Use This Actor?

✅ Comprehensive coverage - 38 leagues across 17 sports
✅ FREE mode available - Works without API keys
✅ Cricket included - 5 leagues (IPL, T20, ODI, Test, Big Bash)
✅ Horse Racing support - UK/US/AU markets (£40B+)
✅ Beautiful reports - Professional HTML dashboards
✅ Advanced analytics - Kelly staking, value detection
✅ Regular updates - New sports and features added

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