Discover the ALL odds and predictions covers contest players are making with consensus picks
| Matchup | Date | Consensus | Sides | Picks | Indepth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NCAAB
Uk
Fla
|
Fri. Mar 13 1:00 pm ET |
74%
26% |
+11 -11 |
31 11 |
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NCAAB
Ac
Utech
|
Thu. Mar 12 11:30 pm ET |
28%
72% |
+2.5 -2.5 |
103 267 |
Details |
NHL
Col
Sea
|
Thu. Mar 12 10:00 pm ET |
71%
29% |
-196 +180 |
380 158 |
Details |
NHL
Phi
Min
|
Thu. Mar 12 8:00 pm ET |
31%
69% |
+193 -204 |
155 341 |
Details |
NBA
Den
Sa
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:00 pm ET |
33%
67% |
+4.5 -4.5 |
186 370 |
Details |
NCAAB
Umes
Nccu
|
Thu. Mar 12 8:30 pm ET |
34%
66% |
-1 +1 |
119 227 |
Details |
NCAAB
Gtwn
Vill
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:30 pm ET |
35%
65% |
+6.5 -6.5 |
150 278 |
Details |
MLB
Nyy
Sf
|
Wed. Mar 25 8:05 pm ET |
64%
36% |
-125 -110 |
69 38 |
Details |
NCAAB
L-Il
Dav
|
Thu. Mar 12 7:30 pm ET |
36%
64% |
+5.5 -5.5 |
163 294 |
Details |
NHL
Nas
Van
|
Thu. Mar 12 10:00 pm ET |
62%
38% |
-163 +130 |
323 202 |
Details |
NBA
Mil
Mia
|
Thu. Mar 12 7:30 pm ET |
39%
61% |
+5.5 -5.5 |
204 324 |
Details |
NHL
Chi
Utah
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:00 pm ET |
39%
61% |
+180 -225 |
204 319 |
Details |
NCAAB
Sjsu
Unm
|
Thu. Mar 12 11:30 pm ET |
60%
40% |
+15.5 -15.5 |
218 144 |
Details |
NCAAB
Ucsd
Csn
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:00 pm ET |
40%
60% |
-1.5 +1.5 |
144 212 |
Details |
NCAAB
Kenn
Wku
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:00 pm ET |
41%
59% |
+1 -1 |
163 238 |
Details |
NCAAB
Tcu
Ku
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:30 pm ET |
41%
59% |
+5 -5 |
185 270 |
Details |
NCAAB
Ucd
Csf
|
Thu. Mar 12 11:30 pm ET |
41%
59% |
+.5 -.5 |
148 212 |
Details |
NBA
Bk
Atl
|
Thu. Mar 12 7:30 pm ET |
41%
59% |
+15.5 -15.5 |
201 284 |
Details |
NCAAB
Suu
Uta
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:00 pm ET |
42%
58% |
+5.5 -5.5 |
151 212 |
Details |
NHL
Nyr
Win
|
Thu. Mar 12 8:00 pm ET |
42%
58% |
+130 -163 |
217 301 |
Details |
NCAAB
Csu
Sdsu
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:00 pm ET |
42%
58% |
+5.5 -5.5 |
157 214 |
Details |
NCAAB
Rutg
Ucla
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:00 pm ET |
58%
43% |
+10.5 -10.5 |
230 170 |
Details |
NBA
Bos
Okc
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:30 pm ET |
57%
43% |
+7.5 -7.5 |
310 232 |
Details |
NBA
Chi
Lal
|
Thu. Mar 12 10:30 pm ET |
43%
57% |
+11.5 -11.5 |
206 271 |
Details |
NCAAB
Fau
Unt
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:30 pm ET |
44%
56% |
+1.5 -1.5 |
148 192 |
Details |
NCAAB
Clem
Unc
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:30 pm ET |
44%
56% |
-1 +1 |
200 255 |
Details |
NCAAB
Okla
Txam
|
Thu. Mar 12 9:30 pm ET |
56%
44% |
+1.5 -1.5 |
247 195 |
Details |
NCAAB
Gw
Slu
|
Fri. Mar 13 11:30 am ET |
47%
53% |
+6.5 -6.5 |
21 24 |
Details |
NCAAB
Arpb
Sou
|
Thu. Mar 12 8:30 pm ET |
53%
47% |
+4.5 -4.5 |
184 163 |
Details |
NHL
Edm
Dal
|
Thu. Mar 12 8:00 pm ET |
52%
48% |
+111 -120 |
289 265 |
Details |
NBA
Dal
Mem
|
Thu. Mar 12 8:00 pm ET |
52%
48% |
-5.5 +5.5 |
255 239 |
Details |
NHL
Pit
Veg
|
Thu. Mar 12 10:00 pm ET |
49%
51% |
+139 -147 |
255 263 |
Details |
For sports fans and experienced bettors alike, grasping the trends of public betting is crucial no matter the league. Whether you follow the NFL, NBA, college football, college basketball, NHL, or MLB, similar strategies apply. One useful tool in developing this understanding is to reference the consensus of all bets placed in the King of Covers contests, which offers an overview of betting patterns and behaviors. Insights about these betting patterns, money percentages, and splits can greatly enhance any bettor's strategy and understanding of sports betting dynamics.
Public Consensus Picks Explained
Public betting figures on Covers serve as a comprehensive display of where most bettors are investing their money for every game, spanning various sports. These figures deliver crucial insights by highlighting public sentiment towards different teams and matchups, thereby enhancing bettors' ability to make informed choices.
How to Use Public Betting Data
Effectively deploying public betting data can notably influence your betting approach. Here's how you can implement this information:
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Locate prevalent bets: Determining where a large portion of bets are centered will reveal the favored bet.
Detect potential surprises: A team consistently failing to perform despite having extensive public support may hint at an impending upset.
Anticipate line alterations: Monitoring public betting data could aid in predicting line changes, which empowers you to schedule your betting times strategically.
What are Money Percentages?
Money percentages reflect the cumulative amount gambled on a particular side in any given game, regardless of the league. These statistics provide a transparent viewpoint into where the substantial bettors, known as 'sharps', typically invest their money.
What are Bet Percentages?
While money percentages tally the overall sum wagered, bet percentages determine the number of individual bets made. These percentages present the dispersion of singular bets allocated to each side of a competition. Though these statistics may not explicitly represent the total money wagered, they indeed provide valuable insights into betting patterns and public sentiment.
Public Betting FAQs
What is public money betting?
Public money betting refers to the majority of bets or the total amount of money wagered by the general betting public on a specific outcome in a game or event. These bets often align with popular opinions or favorite teams. Based on the distribution of public money, sportsbooks can adjust their odds to ensure balance and minimize their risk.
What is fading the public?
"Fading the public" is a betting strategy where a bettor intentionally places their bet against the choice that the majority of the public is backing. The theory is that the public's sentiment can often skew the odds, creating potential value in the less popular choice. It's essentially a contrarian approach to betting.
What percentage of betting favorites win or cover the spread?
The percentage of betting favorites that cover the spread typically hovers around 50%. This applies across various sports categories like NBA, NFL, NHL, college basketball, college football, and MLB. However, several factors can influence these percentages, including the sport, the season, and the specific games in question. Also, keep in mind these percentages just reflect historical averages and are not a definitive prediction tool. Individual game analysis and research are always crucial for betting decisions.
What is the biggest trend in sports betting?
The biggest trend in sports betting currently is the use of advanced technology and data analytics. Sports bettors are now able to access a vast amount of data about teams and players, which allows them to make more informed decisions when placing bets. This includes data trends, predictive modeling, and advanced statistical metrics. Another significant trend is live, in-game betting, which allows bettors to place bets in real-time as the action unfolds. Additionally, mobile betting is also on the rise, allowing users to place bets from virtually anywhere.
