Public Betting, Money Percentages, and Splits

Discover the ALL odds and predictions covers contest players are making with consensus picks

Matchup Date Consensus Sides Picks Indepth
MLB Phi Col Mon. May 19
8:40 pm ET
81%
19%
-230
+218
339
80
Details
MLB Chc Mia Mon. May 19
6:40 pm ET
78%
22%
-189
+150
325
90
Details
MLB Bal Mil Mon. May 19
7:40 pm ET
22%
78%
-111
-130
88
308
Details
MLB Sea Chw Mon. May 19
7:40 pm ET
76%
24%
-182
+172
292
90
Details
MLB Nym Bos Mon. May 19
6:45 pm ET
76%
24%
-121
+114
320
100
Details
MLB Cle Min Mon. May 19
7:40 pm ET
26%
74%
+125
-133
107
311
Details
MLB Cin Pit Mon. May 19
6:40 pm ET
70%
30%
-130
-111
295
124
Details
MLB Kc Sf Mon. May 19
9:45 pm ET
30%
70%
+110
-139
125
289
Details
WNBA Sea Dal Mon. May 19
8:00 pm ET
36%
65%
-3.5
+3.5
71
129
Details
NBA Min Okc Tue. May 20
8:30 pm ET
62%
38%
+7.5
-7.5
146
88
Details
MLB Hou Tb Mon. May 19
7:05 pm ET
38%
62%
+125
-127
125
204
Details
MLB Laa Ath Mon. May 19
10:05 pm ET
39%
61%
+124
-128
131
206
Details
NBA Ind Ny Wed. May 21
8:00 pm ET
59%
41%
+4.5
-4.5
102
71
Details
MLB Az Lad Mon. May 19
10:10 pm ET
41%
59%
+125
-150
148
211
Details
NHL Edm Dal Wed. May 21
8:00 pm ET
41%
59%
+105
-123
78
110
Details
MLB Det Stl Mon. May 19
7:45 pm ET
44%
56%
+131
-145
16
20
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:

    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.

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