In sports betting, you can place a bet on a team’s win or loss by betting on its total. The betting total predicts the total points scored by the two teams. For instance, if you place a bet on the Los Angeles Rams to beat the Seattle Seahawks, the betting total for the game is 42.5. The Rams are favored by three points in this matchup, while the Seahawks are favored by four points.
Accumulators
Accumulators are bets that involve more than one outcome. These bets increase in value with every additional bet that is placed on them. Accumulators are a great way to increase your bankroll without making a big investment. They are typically placed on football games, and can include high-value bets.
Daily doubles
Daily doubles are not the same as standard multiple bets, but they are often more profitable. In sports betting, daily doubles are a good way to bet on multiple races at once. Daily doubles are best for those who know exactly which horses to back in a given race. The downside is that betting on multiple horses at once can eat into your potential profit.
Pick six
A Pick Six bet is a type of sports betting that requires more money than a typical one. The reason for this is that you need to nail all your picks or you’ll lose. As a result, you have to have a good understanding of handicapping and a little luck to be successful. The payoff potential of this type of bet is similar to that of playing the lottery.
Point spread
A point spread is a mathematical formula used in the creation of betting lines on various sports. It is often found on NFL and college football lines, as well as NBA and NHL games. In general, a point spread represents a team’s probability of winning a given game. The creators of these odds say that they represent an expert’s opinion of the final outcome.
Money line
A moneyline bet involves predicting the result of a sports game by selecting the winning team or side. This type of wager is available across all sports, but is most popular in baseball and hockey. These two sports tend to be lower scoring and many games are decided by just one run or one goal. For these reasons, moneyline betting makes sense.