Terms and Descriptions

Hold

The amount of profit the sportsbooks make after paying out all players.

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Hook

The half-point in point spreads (0.5). Having a hook eliminates any chances of a push (where the player gets their money back).

Home Field/Home Court Advantage

A perceived advantage given to the team that is playing in their own home arena or stadium.

High Roller

An individual who bets with a large amount of money.

Hedge

Wagering on the opposite team of an already existing bet to ensure you will win at least one of the two bets.

Heater

When a team is on a winning streak.

Handle

The total amount of money wagered at a sportsbook on a certain sport, a single game, or overall.

Handicapper

An individual who studies statistics and circumstances of a match in order to predict the outcome.

Halftime Line

Also known as a second-half line. A set of odds is shown at the end of the first half of a game so bettors can bet on the second half.