How are Betting Lines Made
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How Betting Lines Are Created
Overview
Betting lines are crafted by a team of 4-5 oddsmakers for major sports like college and professional football, basketball, MLB, NHL, boxing, and golf. Each oddsmaker brings their own perspectives and expertise to the table.
Purpose of Betting Lines
Many people mistakenly believe that point spreads predict the margin of victory for the favorite. In reality, oddsmakers aim to balance the betting action on both sides of a bet. This balance ensures that sportsbooks make a profit, thanks to the commission, or "juice," charged to bettors.
Creating the Opening Line
The opening line is the initial line created and distributed to sportsbooks. Each oddsmaker develops a line based on their unique methodology and with consideration of power ratings for the teams. Power ratings reflect the oddsmakers' valuation of teams and help in calculating preliminary point spreads. These ratings are adjusted for factors like player injuries and trades.
After establishing the power rating point spread, oddsmakers refine the line by reviewing recent performances and historical matchups. Insights from local news sources also inform adjustments by revealing the mindset of players and coaches.
The goal is to equally divide the betting action, so public perception and betting trends play a crucial role. For example, if a popular college football team is expected to attract heavy betting, an initial line of -6 might be adjusted to -6.5 or -7 to account for expected biases.
Finalizing the Line
Before finalizing, oddsmakers employ common sense and experience to ensure the line feels right. A discussion among the 4-5 oddsmakers is then held to reach a consensus, with the Odds Director giving more weight to the opinions of the most respected oddsmakers. The final line is then released to sportsbooks for betting.
By considering various factors and expert opinions, oddsmakers strive to create balanced betting lines that maintain the sportsbookâs profitability.
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