Glossary
Updated September 14, 2023
BY Lines Staff

Point spread

A wager which the bookmaker sets as a handicap or spread on a team that is favored to win a game or event. The underdog team is given the same number of points as a head start, giving them the ability to win or lose by less than the point spread in order for it to be covered.


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