Help a noob out

[CodeMonkey]

Someone please explain the odds to me.

Rams -3.5 means we have to win by 4, correct? Or do I have that backwards (lose by no less than 4)

115/100 means what?

The even bet is 100/170 ... which looks like a higher payout? I guess I dont understand unless wash is favored.

Thanks!

 

[OldSchool]

-3.5 means to cover the Rams have to win by at least 4 points.

115/100 means you bet 115 to win 100

100/170 means you bet 100 to win 170

 

[CodeMonkey]

-3.5 means to cover the Rams have to win by at least 4 points.

115/100 means you bet 115 to win 100

100/170 means you bet 100 to win 170

Thanks. So it seems the even bet is higher odds... That's my confusion. Im going all in on even I guess.

 

[CodeMonkey]

Although the little number in parens is bigger for taking the spread.. 2.15 v 1.59.

 

[OldSchool]

Check with the mods I guess I could have it backwards on the 115/100 lines. It's been a while since I did some football betting.

 

[CodeMonkey]

Yeah flipping those two would make sense. I was thinking it was just as you said. That was the confusion. It must be win 115 for 100 bet (115,100)...

 

[OldSchool]

A favorite though won't net you that big of a return usually. So I'm still uncertain haven't used the sportsbook before today.

 

[CodeMonkey]

Im all in at -3.5!!!!

 

[RhodyRams]

it's like this @CodeMonkey

Rams were GIVING 3.5 points..so if they covered the spread, the pay out would have been $115 for every $100 bet

They were the favorites, so bookies wont make money if the odds favored the favorites.. so the "money line" paid out $100 for every $170 bet


does that help splain it?

Moot point since the Rams laid an egg

 

[CodeMonkey]

Yea thanks Rhody! One way to make sure you dont gamble too much is to put all your money on the Rams to win vs the rwords right out of the box. Just blow your wad right off and get it over with.

 

[RhodyRams]

Yea thanks Rhody! One way to make sure you dont gamble too much is to put all your money on the Rams to win vs the rwords right out of the box. Just blow your wad right off and get it over with.

Have a "like" for another dollar then

 

[VegasRam]

flv - I think I read you work (worked) in the industry. This thread has me confused - I thought I knew this.

With the Rams -3.5, the straight bet on the Rams is +115, (in this example), and the moneyline -170; as in 100/115 and 170/100?
So the book is basically risking the vig (assuming a pick'em game straight bet is -110), betting the favored team won't cover?

You'd think I'd know this after 25 years here.alm:

 

[VegasRam]

Very nicely done. Thanks.
Top marks (or high marks? - wasn't there that long).

I will ask a question, thanks.
I've noticed game odds are listed sometimes this team 'minus' or the other team 'plus'. And it had nothing to do with home/away. What determines how a game is listed?
Whoever's putting the line up, house policy, how the public/sharps are betting or what?

Anyway, again very nice concise read. Love numbers education.

 

[CodeMonkey]

Thanks @flv If you dont mind my asking, what do you do for a living? You clearly know your stuff.

Hey @VegasRam is that building in your avi one of your designs? Pretty cool! (Vegas is an architect)

 

[VegasRam]

Thanks @flv If you dont mind my asking, what do you do for a living? You clearly know your stuff.

Hey @VegasRam is that building in your avi one of your designs? Pretty cool! (Vegas is an architect)

I wish.
Lou Ruvo Clinic in Vegas.
Check it out - very cool building.

(I did take the photo though). :huh:

 

[CodeMonkey]

I wish.
Lou Ruvo Clinic in Vegas.
Check it out - very cool building.

(I did take the photo though). :huh:

I have never visited your fair city but it is on my list. It seems like a great place to make a home. I'd actually be as interested in seeing things like that as the gambling, glitz and tourist traps...and area 51. Ha. If I ever get out there I'll look you up.