Betting for Beginners: 7 Tips to Start Off Right
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Do Your Research. ...
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Be Safe. ...
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Make the Most of Rewards and Bonuses. ...
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Playing Favorites Doesn't Pay. ...
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Remember: Lines Are About Betting, Not Score Predictions. ...
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Put on the Brakes When You're in a Slump. ...
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Set a Limit, Stick to It, and Quit While You're Ahead.
The underdog\n\n A plus sign (+) in front of the handicap indicates an underdog. The 49ers are the +1.5 underdog in this game, meaning oddsmakers believe they will lose, but only by a point. To win this point spread bet with the 49ers, San Francisco would need to win the game outright or lose by one point exactly.