Betting 101

New to sports betting? Start here with fundamentals, terminology, and core concepts every bettor needs to know.

Betting 101

Live Betting Explained: How In-Game Wagering Works

Learn how live betting works, why odds change during a game, the advantages and risks of in-game wagering, and what to watch out for.

January 8, 2026 · 6 min read
Betting 101

Prop Bets Explained: Betting on Individual Performances

Learn what prop bets are, the different types of player and game props, how they're priced, and what to know before betting them.

January 8, 2026 · 7 min read
Betting 101

Over/Under Bets Explained: How Totals Betting Works

Learn what over/under bets are, how totals work in football, basketball, baseball, and hockey, and what factors move the total.

January 5, 2026 · 6 min read
Betting 101

Moneyline Bets Explained: The Simplest Bet in Sports

Learn what a moneyline bet is, how to read moneyline odds, when to bet favorites vs. underdogs, and how moneylines work across different sports.

January 5, 2026 · 6 min read
Betting 101

Point Spreads Explained: How Spread Betting Works

Learn what a point spread is, how spread betting works in football and basketball, what key numbers mean, and how to read spread odds.

January 4, 2026 · 7 min read
Betting 101

How to Read Betting Odds: A Complete Guide

Learn how to read American betting odds, understand what -110, +150, and other numbers mean, and how to calculate payouts and implied probability.

January 3, 2026 · 7 min read
Betting 101

Sports Betting for Beginners: How It Actually Works

New to sports betting? Learn how it works, what the main bet types are, how odds work, and the basics every beginner needs before placing a first bet.

January 1, 2026 · 9 min read