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DraftKings API

Daily fantasy sports and sports betting data

7.6 / 10GoodVerified
Starting PriceFree
Free TierYes
Live DataYes
WebSocketNo
Commercial UseNo

Overview

DraftKings provides API access for daily fantasy sports (DFS) contests, sports betting odds, and related data. As one of the leading DFS and sports betting platforms in the US, DraftKings offers data on contests, player salaries, ownership projections, betting lines, and live odds. The API is primarily available through partner programs and provides real-time data for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and other major sports.

Pros

  • Leading DFS and betting platform
  • Real-time odds and lines
  • Contest and salary data
  • Multi-sport coverage
  • Webhook support for partners

Cons

  • Limited public API access
  • Most features require partnership
  • No commercial use without agreement
  • No free tier for full data
  • Complex onboarding for partners

Best For

DFS tool developersBetting analytics platformsSports media with DraftKings partnershipContest optimization tools

Not Ideal For

Hobby projectsApps without DraftKings partnershipFree-tier developersNon-betting applications

Specifications

REST APIYes
GraphQLNo
WebSocketNo
WebhooksYes
OpenAPI SpecNo
Player StatsYes
Team StatsYes
Odds DataYes
Historical DataRecent seasons for DFS contests and betting lines
Request LimitsLimited public access; custom for partners
Commercial UseNo
RedistributionNo
White LabelNo

SDKs

Node.jsPython

Leagues

NFLNBAMLBNHLPGA TourUFCEPLCollege Football+1
Last verified: 2026-08-15

Our Verdict

7.6/ 10

DraftKings API is a solid choice for dfs tool developers and betting analytics platforms, with an overall score of 7.6/10. While it performs well in most areas, consider limited public api access when making your decision.

Editorial: 7.8/10Benchmark: 7.5/10How we score →
Data verified: 2026-08-15
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Coverage

Sports Supported

American FootballBasketballBaseballHockeyGolfNASCARMMASoccerTennis
Live DataYes
Historical DataRecent seasons for DFS contests and betting lines
Player StatsYes
Team StatsYes
Odds DataYes

Leagues & Competitions

NFLNBAMLBNHLPGA TourUFCEPLCollege FootballCollege Basketball

9 leagues and competitions covered

Developer Experience

API Paradigms

REST
GraphQL
WebSocket
Webhooks

SDKs

Node.jsPython

Commercial Terms

Commercial use
Redistribution
White-label
Rate limit: Limited public access; custom for partners

Pricing Plans

Public Data

Free

Limited

  • Contest data
  • Player salaries
  • Public betting lines

Partner

Free

Custom

  • Full API access
  • Real-time odds
  • Commercial rights
  • Dedicated support
  • Webhooks