Betpro Account Sign Up：How Does An Over Under Bet Work

An over/under bet, also known as a totals bet, is a popular form of wagering on sports where you bet on the total number of points, goals, or runs scored by both teams in a game, rather than the result of the game itself. Here’s how it works:

1. **Setting the Line**: Oddsmakers set a line, which is a predicted number of points, goals, or runs that they expect will be scored in the game by both teams combined. This number is called the “total” or “over/under” number.

2. **Betting Options**: You have two options when placing an over/under bet:

– **Over**: You bet that the total number of points, goals, or runs scored by both teams will be greater than the number set by the oddsmakers.

– **Under**: You bet that the total number of points, goals, or runs scored by both teams will be less than the number set by the oddsmakers.

3. **Placing the Bet**: You decide which side you want to bet on and place your bet accordingly. The odds for over/under bets are typically -110 on both sides, which means you need to bet $110 to win $100, but this can vary.

4. **Result**: After the game is played, the total points, goals, or runs scored by both teams are added up. If the total is exactly the same as the number set by the oddsmakers, the bet is considered a “push,” and you get your money back (some sportsbooks may have different rules regarding pushes). If the total is higher, over bets win; if it’s lower, under bets win.

5. **Calculating Winnings**: If you win your bet, your winnings are calculated based on the odds at the time you placed the bet. If you bet on the over and the total score is higher than the set number, or if you bet on the under and the total score is lower, you collect your winnings.

For example, let’s say the over/under for a basketball game is set at 200 points. If you bet the over and the total points scored in the game are 205, your bet wins. If you bet the under and the total points scored are 195, your bet wins. If the total points scored are exactly 200, it’s a push, and you get your money back.

Over/under bets are popular because they offer a different perspective on the game, focusing on the total score rather than the winner or loser, and they can be easier to predict for some bettors.