Sports Betting Tips
Sports betting tip #1 - Money Management
This is without a doubt the
most important part of betting sports and the most over looked part of sports betting. There
are many different money management systems and plans and usually any money management plan is better
than nothing at all. A very common and simple money management plan would be to first set aside a certain sum
of money to be used for sports betting only and nothing else. Next is to set a percentage of that bankroll
to bet on every game with. I like 2.5% per game this is a good amount to bet so you can handle the cold streaks you will
defintly hit. So if you have a $1000 bankroll just bet $25 per game it may not seem like much but it adds up and you
wont go broke.
Sports betting tip #2 - Shopping for Numbers
The second most important
part of betting on sports is shopping for the best number or line. The reason why this is so important is because
not all sportsbooks use the same odds. If sportsbook A has New England -3.5 and sportsbook B has them at -4 and
you want to bet on New England taking them at -3.5 instead of -4 is a big difference getting an extra 1/2 point
on just a few games a week will make a big differance over a full season. This goes for all sports not just football,
line shopping in baseball makes a huge differance aswell. Most sports bettors suggest betting at 3-5 different
sportsbooks, make sure to check out our sportsbook section for the best sportsbooks.
Sports betting tip #3 - Never Bet While under the Influence
There is a reason the casinos in Las Vegas supply you with free drinks while you are
gambling. Because alcohol clouds your judgment and usually helps you to make
bad decisions you usually wouldn't otherwise make. To be a successful sports
bettor you need to be thinking with a clear mind. If you have had too much to drink or smoke
it is in your best interest to stay away from any sports betting.
Sports betting tip #4 - Do your Homework
As a sports bettor, you have
the advantage of focusing your research on cetian sports or games which is something the sportsbooks
cant do. They must keep on top of EVERY sport and EVERY game.
The best way to win money betting sports is to develop a niche and follow it
closely. If you become an expert on a smaller conference like the WAC, you have
a good chance to beat the house because sportsbook operators do not have the
time or resources to follow this conference the way you can. There is a wealth
of information in our sports stats section to use to your advantage.
ports betting tip #5 - Bet at the Right Time
The sharp bettors tend to
bet underdogs, and they tend to bet them early. Squares usually bet later in the
day (or week, for football) and they tend to pick the favorites. If you like an
underdog, it is best to get your bet in as late as possible, where there is
heavy action from squares on favorites. If you are going to go with a favorite,
it is best to place your bet early in the week when the Pros are laying heavy
money on the points. Not all games work according to this formula, but it is
usually a good rule of thumb.