How does buying points work in sports betting?
Buying points allows you to adjust the point spread in your favor, enhancing your chances of winning. This strategy is particularly helpful in closely matched games where a small point difference can impact the outcome. You can buy points for football and basketball bets on game sides and totals.
For straight wagers, you can buy up to 1.5 points, and for parlays, you can buy up to 1 point. The cost is typically 10 cents per ½ point, but additional charges apply for key numbers in certain situations.
Buying Points in Football:
- Buying on 7 costs an additional 25 cents.
- Buying off 7 costs an additional 30 cents.
- You cannot buy on or off the key number 3.
Buying points can give you a strategic edge, especially when betting on critical numbers in football.
