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Do Some Sports Gamblers Have a Sixth Sense?
Whether or not psychic phenomena are real or not has been a hotly contested debate for eons. Even in recent years, for every study that concludes there is something psychic going on there are five whi... -
How to Find Success Betting Home Run Props
It’s a sweat every night you bet a home run prop, but all it takes is one swing of the bat to cash on a wager that is typically priced between +300 and +1000. You’ll see shorter odds at times on g... -
Can Sports Betting Be Profitable?
Sports betting has risen in popularity over the last several years. Ever since the US Supreme Court overturned the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), sports betting has grown expo... -
To Watch or Not To Watch – Sharps vs. Squares
The average public bettor tosses a few bucks on a game, typically a popular one, and then settles down with a few adult beverages to watch. Having some skin in the game makes it more exciting or, some... -
How Hindsight Bias Affects Sports Betting
How often do you hear, “I called that!” from your sports betting pals. Yeah, they called it, but well after the fact. They boast about a great pick they made or winning a bet (even though they did... -
What Percentage of Sports Bettors Actually End Up Ahead?
The sports betting market in the U.S. continues to grow. The market doubled in size in 2021 as Americans wagered almost $53 billion. The increase comes mainly as a result of 11 more states legalizing ... -
When to Bet Home Underdogs in the NBA
Knowing when to bet underdogs in the NBA can be extremely profitable for bettors. Prior to games played on Friday, December 17, 2021, underdogs are 216-211-3 winning 50.6 percent of the time this seas... -
The Importance of Up-to-Date Injury Information in Sports Betting
On Nov. 7, the Arizona Cardinals went to San Francisco to take on their NFC West rival. At 7-1, it was no surprise that the Cardinals opened as a 3-point favorite at top rated sportsbooks. Arizona alr... -
Buying Your Way Out of a Bet
You do your research, you study the teams and you make your picks. Then you bet your picks at your favorite sportsbook. You have three or four bets for the day and they feel solid. But the early two b... -
Can One Player Move a Point Spread?
The simple answer to this question is yes…and no…or it depends. In order to understand if a player can have an impact on a point spread, it helps to understand point spreads and what makes them mo...
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