In sports betting, you can place bets on different events. For example, you can place a bet on an upcoming baseball game, football game, or hockey game. You can also make bets on futures events. In addition to the usual point spread, money line, and futures bets, you can also place an In-Play wager on a certain team or individual.
Spread bets
Spread bets in sports betting are bets on a team that is considered an underdog. In order to be considered an underdog, a team must have an implied probability of winning a game of 50% or less. The spread is often represented by a point spread.
Money line bets
Money line bets in sports betting are a great way to get in on the action in a game without using point spreads. With this type of bet, you’ll need to pick a team that is expected to win, or place a bet on the underdog. These bets are especially useful in lower-scoring sports, like hockey and baseball, where many games are decided by a single goal or run.
Futures bets
If you love betting on sports, futures bets can help you increase your winnings. These bets are based on a variety of variables, such as team’s overall season performance, and individual game results. Futures bets are best suited to those who have good forecasting skills.
Live betting
Live betting is a convenient way to place a wager on a sporting event. It is often available on mobile devices, and you can bet while the match is happening. The ‘live’ section of a sports betting website features this feature. For example, you can place a bet on the ODI match between India and Australia in real time.
Handle of a sports bet
The handle of a sports bet is a term bookmakers use to describe the total amount of money bet during a given period of time. This number includes bets placed on individual games as well as total bets placed on multiple games. The handle is an important concept to understand if you’re interested in making money from sports betting.
Scandals involving sports betting
Scandals involving sports betting are becoming increasingly common and many of them involve college students. One recent scandal involved the star players of the City College of New York basketball team, who took bribes from sports gamblers. Other schools involved in this scandal included Long Island University, Manhattan College and New York University.