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One of the coolest new ways to bet on sports is live betting. Sometimes referred to as in-play betting, in-game betting, and holy moly you’re crazy betting, the format of wagering has come about with the growth of online sportsbooks. You see, outside of the obvious convenience perks online betting has to offer, it also has the ability to utilize technology to offer some different ways for bettors to make money and get in the action. We introduce you to live game betting!
So, before we get into the strategies you need to dominate live betting, we need to make sure everyone understands exactly what it is. Live or in-game betting is when you are able to place wagers on a game after it has started. Traditionally, all action was closed as soon as the game began. We did see brick and mortar sportsbooks start introducing halftime bets (lines put out at halftime that reflects action in the first half) which was the first move towards in-game betting.
Now, it’s gone full-on wild! Some sports betting sites will let you bet at random points during the game, while some will go as far as letting you place wagers after every single play! As you can imagine, this creates a lot of opportunities to win big. It also creates a lot of opportunities to lose big if you don’t know the right strategies to come out on top.
Where on Earth are you going to find those strategies? Oh, look! Here they are. Come on, we think we’re funny at least a little? Anyways, our team of betting experts has compiled a huge list of the most important in-game betting strategies that you need to come out on top. While it’s still always going to come down to your ability to pick winners and find value, these strategies will help point you in the right direction and give you the framework you need to win big.
If you’re ready to learn how to dominate in-play betting, let’s get started.
Why There Is So Much Value in Live/In-Game Betting
One of the first things that you need to understand in order to beat in-game betting is why there is so much value in it. By understanding why the value exists, it can give you some insight into exactly what you’re looking for and what is important to pay attention to. Let’s take a look.
When sportsbooks put out their opening lines on games, they have a big advantage on their side – time. They have several days where they can do their homework, run their algorithms, consult the experts, see what every other book is doing, and ultimately put out a pretty accurate line. This means that the opportunities to find bad lines that are way off are going to be limited. They are not impossible (in fact, they happen a lot), but they’re able to heavily minimize these bad lines.
What happens when you take that time away? Well, it decreases the accuracy of the sportsbook’s lines. When they’re forced to set a line in the blink of an eye, they have to rely on their computer algorithms which are certainly not perfect. They don’t have time to have a team of experts pour over the data to see if they’re making a mistake or not.
This is exactly what in-game betting does. It takes away the time that the book has to make sure they aren’t making any mistakes. But, that’s not all. When they’re forced to rely on computer simulations and algorithms, they’re unable to analyze the intangibles of the game. If you see something like an injury that hasn’t been reported yet, or the flow of the game shifting, or the crowd playing a bigger role than expected, or anything like that, you’re going to have the edge over the computer.
Not only does in-game betting take away time and make for potential bad lines, but it has a huge impact on the people that are betting. One of the reasons sports betting is so profitable is because the betting public is not very smart. They tend to bet more with their heart than their head and shift lines incorrectly creating value opportunities for you.
When do you think bettors are more emotional, before the game or in the heat of the action? If you guessed the latter, you’re correct. In-game betting tends to attract these impulsive bettors due to the nature of the format. These bettors have a tendency to fire with their heart or chase their losses which creates a lot of bad line opportunities. Let us rephrase that; it creates A LOT of bad line opportunities. We felt the need to put that in caps because of how often you’re going to see it.
Put all of this together, and you have a pretty awesome opportunity to make some killer money betting on sports.
An Interface Can Make or Break You
The absolute biggest difference you will see between online sportsbooks these days is the quality and efficiency of their live betting platform. We’d seen some on one end of the spectrum that looks like they spent 10 years masterfully designing it with the user in mind. On the other hand, though, we’ve seen some live betting sites that look like they were made with duct tape, a 12 pack of beer, and a plan to make people angry.
Why is this included in our strategy section? It’s because a bad user interface cannot only frustrate you, it can cost you money. Here’s the thing. Bets come at you lightning fast when you’re betting in game. Lines are always changing, and new opportunities are coming and going at the drop of a hat. Because of this, you’re going to need all the help you can get to see these changes so you can quickly evaluate them and decide if there is value that you want to jump on.
Additionally, we want to see some sort of indicator that pops up letting you know that a line has changed or become available. The best that we’ve seen are sites where they will highlight the bet in red or green to indicate a better paying line or a worse paying line. This ensures that you don’t miss anything, and you’re aware of changes as they happen.
We also are looking for speed within the interface. The lines are going to be changed in real-time, and they are not going to wait for the site if it is slow. Yes, even though the site is making their own lines, they still aren’t going to wait for themselves if the server is running slowly. They would rather you have a bad experience than give away a bunch of money with a line that is too slow. This is why a betting site that has proper technological resources backing the product is important.
The last things we like to see are the little things that make the experience smoother and much more efficient. First, we want the buttons and betting to be well laid out. If the buttons are too close together, hard to understand, or anything like that, it puts you at risk of making an incorrect bet in the heat of a game. That can get really expensive quickly.
Here’s the takeaway. Do a little homework before you get into live betting and find a site with a great interface. Don’t settle for second rate because it’s going to cost you money when you’re in the middle of betting. To help you out, we wanted to include a few recommendations of sites that we know have amazing in-game platforms. You certainly don’t have to use these, but they’re pretty awesome.
Look for Hedging Opportunities
One of the coolest things that you can look to do with in-game betting is lock up profits from your pre-game bets. Now, whether you want to do this or not will be completely up to you as some people might say you’re giving up value by doing it. But, for a lot of us, we would prefer to lock up a guaranteed win even if it lowers the potential we can make. Let’s explain a little more what hedging is and look at a real-world example. This will make what we’re trying to say a lot clearer.
Hedging is when you bet on the other side of the game to lock up a potential profit. Here’s a real-world example from a recent baseball game from one of our staff members. The Milwaukee Brewers were playing against the Colorado Rockies. Our staff member chose to bet $50 on the Brewers to win at (-145). This means that if the Brewers were to win (as they were the favorites), they would receive $34.48 in profit.
Around the 5th inning of the game, the Brewers were up 2-0. Our staff member checked the in-game betting lines, and you could bet the Rockies to win the game at +616. This was an opportunity to hedge our staff member chose to jump on because they thought this line was way too high.
They chose to bet $8.50 on the Rockies in game. The profit on this bet would have been $52.36. Why did they do this? Well, let’s look at the two possible outcomes of the game now and what it would do to their profit or loss.
If the Brewers won, our staff member would get $34.48 in profit from their initial bet. But, they would lose their $8.50 Rockies. This would give them a total profit of $25.98.
If the Rockies won, our staff member would lose their initial $50 bet on the Brewers. But, they would win their Rockies bet for $52.36. This would break them just about even with a slight profit of $2.36.
So, no matter who wins the game now our staff member is a winner! Sure, they’re still rooting for the Brewers to win so they can turn a profit, but if they happen to lose, oh well. Yes, they were giving up $8.50 of potential profit on the Brewers bet, but for them, it was worth it to lock up a complete freeroll.
Hedging is going to be a personal preference choice for you. If you like the opportunity to lock up guaranteed wins, go for it! You can also use hedging to lower your risk. You don’t have to always bet the amount that breaks you even on the other side of the bet.
If our staff member just wanted to limit their risk a little bit, they could have bet something like $4 on the Rockies at +616 which would pay out $24.64. Now, if the Brewers win, they are still getting over $30, but if they lose, they’re only losing about half of their bet ($25).
It’s up to you, but if you’re someone who likes a sure thing and is willing to sacrifice a few dollars of profit for it, you should keep your eyes open during in-game betting. The more likely your bet looks to win, the higher the payout on the opposing squad will be. You probably don’t want to do this every single game, but if you happen to find a line that is way too high, it could be a good opportunity to jump on it. Had it only been the Rockies +250, it might not have been such a great deal. You’d have to bet $20 to get a payout of $50, which means you’d only be playing for $15. But, you’d still be locking up a win, so that’s up to you.
We can run what-ifs all day. The bottom line is that it’s up to you what you want to do. Just be aware that live betting affords you these opportunities.
Scout Out the Bets You’re Going to Watch Prior
If there is one word that we can use to accurately describe in-game betting, it is fast. The bets and the numbers come at you fast and if you aren’t prepared, you’re going to find yourself behind the ball and missing out on a lot of value or the bet you want completely. The best way to get ahead of this is by scouting the bets you’re interested in beforehand and having a plan of attack.
Obviously, you aren’t going to be able to see what the lines are before the game starts. You’re only going to get those number when it’s crunch time. But, you know what types of bets are going to be offered, and you can have a plan of attack. The best way to do this is to operate in if/then statements.
This allows you to be ready for certain instances where you think you’re going to be able to find value. Let’s take a look at a few potential examples of how you might scout out a bet and prepare yourself for a game. You might even find potential opportunities where you choose not to bet before the game but wait for the chance of something more lucrative in-game.
Let’s say you’re going to be betting on the Cleveland Browns vs. the New York Jets. Let’s say that the opening line is the Browns (-3). Let’s also say that you want to bet $50 on the game and you decide to take the Browns. But, here’s something you might try doing that a lot of sports bettors like. You run the risk of missing out on value, but you also have the risk of getting a really awesome opportunity. You can bet $25 on the Browns before the game and save $25 to bet on them in game if a certain opportunity arises.
What you might be waiting for is the Jets to score first. If the Jets get the ball first and put points on the board, you’re going to be able to get an awesome adjusted spread on the Browns (something like even/pick em) or a much better payout on the (-3). You might get it at something like +150 instead of (-110). This means your $25 bet will now yield $37.50 instead of $22.73 like your before the game bet.
Now, this obviously only works if the Jets score first and the public starts to fire hard on them. But, it can be a good opportunity to take a little chance. The worst thing that happens is that the Browns score first and you don’t get to make your second bet, but your first one is off to a really good start.
You can also make contingency plans based on how certain things appear to be working or not working in the game.
Let’s say that you think a particular football team is going to win if they come out and just hammer the ball on the ground, but you think they’re going to lose if they try to stick with the passing attack. Well, you can elect not to make a bet before the game and wait to see what approach they are taking in game.
You’ll have to be quick to get a bet in if they are going with the run (because you don’t want to wait until after they score), but you can get a pretty similar to opening line and have the information you were looking for.
The possibilities are really endless as to what you can prep for when it comes to in-game betting. The point is that you need to be doing some preparation and looking for opportunities that you think might present themselves. Don’t forget to calculate out what types of lines you’ll take given the particular opportunity. In-game lines can be all over the place, so just because what you want to happen happens, doesn’t necessarily mean that there is going to be a great value opportunity.
Always Select the Better Odds Button
This is a very short tip that should be common sense, but we’re going to point it out anyway just to be sure. Something that is going to happen a lot to you is that the odds are going to change while you’re in the process of making your bets. This does not mean you’re doing anything wrong, it’s just the nature of how it all works.
Most in-game betting platforms are going to give you the option to take a bet no matter what the odds are or take if the odds got better. One of these is awesome, and one of them is terrible. Taking any odds is just bankroll suicide. The lines don’t just move a tiny bit in the world of in-game betting. They can shit by several hundred points in a matter of seconds. NEVER under any circumstances select to take any bet regardless of the odds.
What you do want to select, though, is to take any odds that are better than the ones you initially selected. Why would you ever not want to take better odds? If anyone can think of a logical answer to that question, we would love to hear it and will gladly amend this guide.
Don’t Lose Sight of Where You Are
This is the first of our laundry list of “Don’ts.” These are the things are probably going to be the most important because they explain some of the big differences between traditional betting where people can get tripped up and give away a lot of value and potentially lose a lot of money. Let’s get started.
In-game betting happens quickly (yes, we’ve said that a million times). But, this creates opportunities for you to fire off a lot of different bets very quickly without even realizing how deep you’re into a game for. For example, let’s say that you usually bet $20 a bet. Let’s say that you put $20 on a game before the start of it and decided you’re going to keep an eye on in-game. Well, 30 seconds in the other team scores on a lucky break and you see the line shift heavily in your favor. You can’t pass up that value, so you fire off another $20. 10 more minutes into the game you see one of the opponent’s key players go down, but you don’t see the line change at all. Another great opportunity that you have to jump on, right?
Well, you’re now in this game for $60 which is 3 times what you normally like to bet on a game. We’ve seen a lot of people end up much deeper in, literally hundreds of dollars into a game without even realizing it.
Well, there is no ticker that pops up and tells you how much you have bet on a game already. All you see are the bets you are currently making. $10 or $20 here and $10 or $20 there might not seem like a lot, but it can add up really quickly.
We’re not saying to skip out on value opportunities. What we are saying is that you need to make sure that you’re sticking with your bankroll rules. Keep a running tally somewhere highly visible of how much you’re into the game for and how much you’re comfortable betting. You can be tempted in the moment to bet more than you normally would allow yourself to because you see value that is “too good to be true.” Remember, there are no sure things in sports betting, and that includes in-game betting.
Don’t Bet Against Yourself
One of the biggest no-no’s that you can do in any format of sports betting is betting against yourself (unless you are purposely hedging). While this is pretty easy to avoid when you are betting before the slate of games starts, it can actually be an issue with in-game betting.
The situation and story we always hear from people is the same. You’re betting a lot of games at once. You see this amazing line pop up that seems so wrong it’s not even funny. You quickly fire off a bet only to realize 10 minutes later that you actually just bet against an existing bet that you already had placed going the other direction.
As you can surely imagine, this is not a great move for your bottom line. You’re going to end up “breaking even” on your bet usually and just paying the juice to the house. Every now and then you might find that you lucked into a hedging opportunity, but that’s going to be few and far between.
Pay attention to what you are betting and know what you already have action on. Yes, we know that it’s important for you to jump on great lines quickly. But, you don’t want to do this at the expense of your existing bets. Sports betting is all about fighting for every single dollar that you have in play. If you’re accidentally trashing bets, that can ruin your profit for the day.
Don’t Force “Opportunities”
One of the biggest traits that separate skilled sports bettors and amateurs is their ability not to make a bet. Amateurs who love action have an especially hard time walking away from a chance to get more money in play. If you think it’s hard to stay away from opportunities with traditional sports betting, just wait until you get live betting opportunities placed in your hands. You’re going to have hundreds and thousands of different betting opportunities “throwing themselves” at you.
Is this awesome? Of course! But, you need to make sure that you’re not ever forcing betting opportunities just to get more action in play. Sure, this sounds easy now, but you need to make sure that it stays easy while you’re in the heat of the moment. Sports bettors have a bad habit of explaining away bets as being value opportunities when they are really just lying to themselves. If this is something you think you might be guilty of, be careful when you start in-game betting. We aren’t saying to avoid it, but you do want to make sure you don’t end up taking bad lines just to get more in play.
Don’t Use In-Game to Chase Bad Bets or Losses
Speaking of forcing action, let’s talk about something you should absolutely under no circumstances ever do (even though it’s going to be tempting). Do not use in-game betting as a way to try and chase your losses or make up for a bad bet you made on a game. This is a pretty vicious downward spiral that you want no part of. It’s possible you could get away with it once or maybe even a couple of times, but it will eventually catch up with you, and it’s going to hurt.
In-game betting should be something that you only do if you think you’ve found good value on a fresh new bet. The one exception, of course, is if you are hedging a prior bet to lock up some profit or minimize your risk.
This might not sound like something that you would ever do, but you’ll be shocked how tempting it is especially during your last game of the day. Here’s what the scenario looks like. You’re down a little bit going into your last game. The team you bet in the last game gets off to an abysmal start and there looks to be no shot of you ever winning that bet. Do you really want to end the day down? If you just pick out an in-game bet, you can potentially salvage the bad day and end off up, right?
See how easy it is to get into that line of thinking? It’s so easy to convince yourself that you can find value and save the day. But, this is the definition of chasing your losses. With traditional betting, you don’t have the means to chase once the last game has started. With in-game, though, you have the ability to chase all the way up until the end of the game. You need to be aware of this and make sure that you do whatever is necessary to prevent yourself from falling into the chase trap.
Don’t Bet Games You Aren’t Watching
Remember what we said one of the big advantages that you have over a computer is? The fact that you can see all the intangibles and game flow going on that a computer isn’t able to recognize? Well, all of that goes out the window if you’re not actually watching the game. You essentially would be in-game betting based solely on stats, numbers, and lines like the computer is. Who do you think is going to be better at crunching straight numbers, you or the computer? If you ever forget the answer to that question, just take a look at how beautiful and big the buildings are that house sportsbooks.
If you’re going to in-game bet a game, you have to be committed to it. This doesn’t mean just kind of watching. You need to be paying attention. You don’t have to be completely nerded-out and taking notes, but you do need to be focused on what is going on. Even if you don’t pick up an edge on the computer, you’re going to want to try and pick up an edge on the other bettors that are live betting on the game. If you catch something that they miss, you may be able to jump on an incredible line and make a killing.
If you’re not in a position to watch the game or you don’t really feel like “focusing,” then just stay away from in-game betting for that game. You can always make as many pre-game bets as you want and then never turn the TV on without giving up any value. But, in-game betting without watching is certainly a value killer.
Don’t In-Game Bet Too Many Games at Once
The last tip that we have in the “Don’t” category is a piggyback off of the previous tip. Don’t in-game bet more games than you can keep up with. There’s really no way that you can rightfully focus on a bunch of games well enough to be firing off value-friendly sports bets. You’ll be missing things, and you most likely won’t even realize it.
How many games is the right number? Honestly, we recommend putting in as many pre-game bets as you want, but sticking to only in-game betting one game at a time. The absolute most you could do in our opinion would be two. We’ve heard of people doing three or four at a time, but that just seems like too many. The only instance where that might be okay is if you have done extensive planning before each game and are looking for specific circumstances to happen. If you have a lot of the if/then scenarios we talked about earlier lined up to go, then it’s probably okay since you know what you’re looking for. But, you still run the risk of potentially missing something that would make you want to shy away from one of your pre-planned scenarios.
The Wrap Up
The bottom line of this entire guide is learning how to deal with the speed of in-game betting. Everything is going to come at you lightning fast, and you’re going to have to be sharp to be able to respond properly. Here’s advice that might not make a lot of sense based on the last two statements.
Start slow.
In-game betting can be an incredible way to find extreme value on a lot of popular games. Keep in mind that it’s not going to be available on every game, but when it is, you should be looking to see if there are opportunities for you to take advantage of. Good luck out there!
One of the most significant developments in sports betting in recent years has been the emergence of live betting. This was once a fancy aside at some sportsbooks which has now grown into a must have for operators across the industry.
Live betting affords users the opportunity to still get in on the action after the contest has already gotten underway. New markets and odds will appear throughout the contest, both of which move really quick.
That’s a good part of the appeal, as you have to be in tune to take advantage of opportunities as they pop up. While some bettors will look to take advantage of as many in-game wagers as they can handle, others will take a more targeted approach and only pounce in certain spots.
If you’re looking to get started with live betting on sports, you’ve come to the right place. We’re going to walk through everything you need to know right here, beginning with the best places you can get in on the action.
Top Sportsbooks Offering Live / In Play Betting
What is Live Betting?
Live betting refers to wagers that can be placed after a contest has already begun. Also known as in-play or in-game betting, it’s a feature that has become tremendously popular at legal and regulated sportsbooks across the US.
Once upon a time, bettors who didn’t place their wagers before a game began were out of luck. They would need to shift their focus to other events on the docket. Live betting has changed that.
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In live betting, markets and odds are made available after a contest gets underway and throughout the proceedings.
For an example, let’s consider a random NFL game between the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers. The Packers are installed as 3-point home favorites at kickoff, and the total is set at 39.5 points for what’s expected to be a pretty low-scoring affair.
Unfortunately, you weren’t able to get in any wagers before the final whistle blew. You settle in slightly after the game begins and notice that the Bears have taken a 7-0 lead.
You log into your sportsbook account and find that there are live betting opportunities for the game. Since the underdog Bears have taken the lead, the odds reflect the new information.
You still like the Packers to win the game. Since they’re now trailing, you find that the moneyline odds are even more appealing than they were at kickoff. You place a wager on the Packers to win at the current odds and watch the action unfold.
Lo and behold, Green Bay battles back to win a defensive-minded affair by a score of 19-15. You have yourself a winning ticket, thanks to the live bet you were able to place after the game began.
We’ll walk through a number of other examples as we continue, but that’s the gist of it. Live betting opportunities will vary, but you’ll generally find standard pregame wager types such as spreads, totals, and moneylines, as well as team- and player-based prop bets.
Live betting has been a game-changer for both sportsbooks and bettors, to say the least.
How Does Live Betting on Sports Work?
For traditional sports betting, you need to have your wagers placed in advance of the start of a game. That’s not the case with in-game betting. You can place your bets after things get started all the way through to the latter stages of the contest.
In-game wagering can be used on a standalone basis when you don’t have time to get bets in before the action gets underway. Additionally, you can use live betting as a supplement to open up even more opportunities for a contest you have already placed wagers on.
Let’s suppose that you have your eyes on an upcoming NHL game between the visiting New York Rangers and Toronto Maple Leafs. The hosts have been playing well of late and are expected to win. Here’s what the moneyline odds look like before the puck drops.
- New York Rangers +130
- Toronto Maple Leafs -150
You’ve got a wager in on the favored Leafs and settle in to watch the game. Once the game begins, the Rangers come out flying and go into the 1st intermission with a 2-0 lead.
A victory for Toronto is no longer looking like a sure thing, and the live betting moneyline odds have adjusted accordingly.
- New York Rangers -130
- Toronto Maple Leafs +110
You now have a choice to make: do you place another bet on the game based on the new information, or do you take a pass and let the chips fall where they may?
After mulling it over, you decide that you like Toronto to come back after the slow start. You place a new moneyline bet at odds of +110. If your call turns out to be right, you’ll be in line for an even better return on this game than you were expecting.
The Leafs come back to tie it up in period two, so you’re looking good. After a back-and-forth final period, Auston Matthews slaps home a rocket with less than two minutes to go. The Rangers continue battling, but Toronto hangs on for a 3-2 win.
You now have two winning tickets – your pregame moneyline bet, and the in-game wager you placed. Live betting won’t always work in your favor, but it certainly does open up additional opportunities for you to consider.
Examples of Live Betting
We’ve covered live betting from a team-based perspective already. You’ll find new opportunities on moneyline and totals after the game gets underway, and even the point spread in certain situations.
Those won’t be the only kinds of opportunities you’ll come across. Here’s a few more examples of what you might see.
- NBA: Total points scored in second quarter.
- MLB: Which team will score three runs first?
- NFL: Margin at halftime?
- NHL: Final margin of victory.
Live betting goes beyond the results of the game as well. There will be player-specific opportunities sprinkled in, as well as in-game scenarios to consider.
- NBA: Zion Williamson – Over/Under 23.5 points
- MLB: Outcome of next at-bat – walk, on-base, or out?
- NFL: Next play – run or pass?
- NHL: Connor McDavid – Over/Under 1.5 points
Offerings will vary at different operators, and also keep in mind that the markets and odds move really fast. For something such as the next NFL play or outcome of the next MLB at-bat, you need to be ready to react in an instant.
As such, mobile or online access is a must to take full advantage of all that live betting has to offer.
How do the odds change when betting live events?
As mentioned, odds move fast when it comes to live betting. So how exactly do sportsbooks pull it off so quickly?
At most outfits, calculating odds is a tag-team effort between a dedicated team of sportsbook staffers and computer algorithms. On staff, you have folks that are referred to as traders, while the person in charge is generally labeled the bookmaker.
As you would expect, software and computers are top notch, so the algorithms are constantly running and figuring out probabilities. Those are translated into odds, and that’s what makes it onto your screen.
Just like with pregame odds, when the sportsbook releases live betting opportunities, the odds will reflect the likelihood of an event happening. For team-based odds, the big favorite is more likely to win. Of course, that doesn’t mean that they always will.
When it comes to live betting based on player performance or other game-related props, pay close attention to what the odds are telling you. While longshots can come in and open up the possibility of fantastic returns, be sure to pick your spots wisely.
Approach live betting with a similar mindset to how successful bettors approach pregame: bet on what you know, stick to your bankroll, and don’t take chances on things you feel uncomfortable with.
How to Handicap Live Betting
When handicapping in advance of a game, you generally have the luxury of time to dig into the information you deem most important.
For example, College Basketball bettors may take their time analyzing recent play, power rankings, true shooting percentages, defensive efficiency, and home/road splits.
Since the in-game betting markets move so quickly, you won’t have much time to dig in. Opportunities can disappear in an instant, so those seconds you spend searching the web to find an answer may wind up being for naught.
For bettors who lean more towards gut instinct on their wagers, this isn’t much of an issue. When they see an opportunity they have a good feel for, they’re ready to go.
Folks that are more analytical in nature can have a slightly tougher time adapting for live betting. However, there’s a simple solution here: stick to what you know and the opportunities you feel comfortable with.
There is no rule saying you have to place a wager on every live betting opportunity that appears during the game. In fact, that’s a recipe for draining your bank roll quickly.
In Game Live Wagering
In short, you can still use an analytical approach to live betting. The knowledge you have acquired along the way will allow you to spot opportunities that make sense for your betting approach. Take advantage of the good ones that come up, and pass on the others.
Sports That are Tough for Live Betting
Live betting can be challenging when you first begin. The quick pace of the action takes some getting used to, as does knowing what to expect in terms of wagering opportunities as the game unfolds.
As such, it can be tough to live bet on any sport the first couple of times. Practice makes perfect, so those who stay focused can get past the learning curve quickly.
In terms of which sports are tougher than others, the major North American team sports are pretty equal. That said, it really comes down to what you know.
For example, if you’re a strong NFL and College Football bettor that doesn’t know much about MLB, don’t dive into MLB live betting and expect to pick it up right away. Instead, learn the MLB game from a pregame perspective, and then expand into live betting when you’re ready.
If you’re a strong basketball bettor with both NBA and College, then you’ll have plenty of opportunities to see if live betting is for you. Jam-packed slates of games will provide you with tons of possibilities, but only focus on those that you already have a good handle on.
In Play Live Betting
When it comes to a sport that you know next to nothing about, you shouldn’t be live betting. While daytime Tennis or Soccer games can be tempting for those looking to pass some time, there’s no reason to put your hard-earned money at stake if you don’t fully understand what you’re getting into.
In short, if it’s a sport that you already have a great understanding of, you’ll be able to work live betting into the arsenal quickly. For sports that you’re unfamiliar with, it’s not wise to start your learning experience with live betting.
In-Game betting leads the way for US sports betting
Live betting, also known as in-play or in-game betting, has become one of the most popular features at legal and regulated online sportsbooks in the US. In a nutshell, these are wagers that you can place after the action has already gotten underway.
Opportunities will vary, and markets and odds move quickly, but that enhances the appeal for many live betting enthusiasts. In general, you’ll find in-game opportunities that are game-specific, as well as prop style bets revolving around team or individual player performance.
As with any new type of bet that you’re unfamiliar with, there is a learning curve that comes with live betting. In the beginning, it can make sense to follow along as the action plays out without actually placing any bets.
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This will give you a sense of how the markets and odds move, and also let you know what to expect in terms of opportunities. When you’re ready to give it a go, stick to sports you’re familiar with. If you want to expand into a new sport from scratch, live betting isn’t the way to break in and learn.
Betting On Sports Games
Live betting provides users with the opportunity to place additional bets on games they are already engaged with. Its popularity continues to grow, so the future looks quite bright for this sports betting niche.