Definition of «point favorites»

The phrase "point favorites" means that a team is expected to win a game by a certain number of points according to sports experts or oddsmakers.

After opening as a pick - em, the sportsbooks have adjusted their lines to make the Jets a 1.5 point favorite at home. (sportsinsights.com)
Are the Bills good enough to be a 10 point favorite against anyone? (sportsinsights.com)
The Bills opened as 2.5 point favorites over the Jets. (betlabssports.com)
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