Sentences with phrase «artificial line value»

Assuming sharp bettors aren't heavily involved; this public money will create artificial line value for contrarian bettors willing to take the unpopular side of a game.

Although the only picks we fully endorse are our Best Bets, sharp money indicators like reverse line movement help offer insight into which teams are offering value and whether public perception is creating artificial line value.

, sharp money indicators like reverse line movement help offer insight into which teams are offering value and whether public perception is creating artificial line value.

The whole concept of betting against the public is based on the idea that «square» or uninformed public bettors create artificial line value by pounding one side — typically the favorite or the over.

The NFL attracts a large number of «square» or «public» bettors, and these largely uninformed individuals can help create artificial line value for sharp bettors.

Not exact matches

Although sportsbooks know this information and build it into line, these «square» bettors often create artificial value by heavily betting the favorite and forcing sportsbooks to shade their lines to encourage action on the other side (typically the underdog).