Definición
The most common margins of victory, which spreads cluster around — 3 and 7 in football, smaller margins in low-scoring sports. Buying or selling points across a key number changes a bet’s value sharply.
Términos relacionados
- Spread — A handicap on the favorite (−6.5) and underdog (+6.5). The favorite must win by more than the number to cover.
- Cover (Against the Spread, ATS) — Beating the spread: a favorite winning by more than the number, or a dog losing by less (or winning). ATS = record measured by covering.