How Sportsbooks Determine Over/Under Numbers and Gambling Horror Stories

TLDRThis video explains how sportsbooks set over/under numbers and shares gambling horror stories.

Key insights

📊Sportsbooks calculate over/under numbers based on statistical analysis and betting patterns.

💰Making accurate predictions is challenging, leading to occasional bad beats for both bettors and sportsbooks.

Q&A

How do sportsbooks determine over/under numbers?

Sportsbooks use statistical analysis, team and player metrics, and betting patterns to set over/under numbers.

What are some common gambling horror stories?

Gambling horror stories include last-second turnovers, missed free throws, and blown leads that cause bettors to lose.

Timestamped Summary

16:48Explanation of how sportsbooks set over/under numbers.

17:58Discussion of gambling horror stories.