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Market glossary
One entry per market type we compare. Each explains the market in plain language, works through the payout arithmetic with real conversion math, and notes how a sportsbook's pricing differs from the closest event-contract analog — or that no direct analog exists.
What is a moneyline?A bet on which team or participant wins outright, no point margin involved.Read the entry
What is a point spread?A bet on the margin of the game relative to a posted line.Read the entry
What is a total?An over/under bet on the combined score of both teams.Read the entry
What is a player prop?A bet on one player's statistical line, independent of the game result.Read the entry
What is a futures bet?A bet on a season-long outcome, settled weeks or months later.Read the entry
What is an event contract?A CFTC-regulated contract that settles at $1.00 if a stated outcome occurs.Read the entry
What is a parlay?Several selections combined into one ticket; every leg must win.Read the entry
What is a run line?Baseball's standard 1.5-run spread.Read the entry
What is an alternate line?The same market at a different line, with the price moving to match.Read the entry