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The Logic Of Sports Betting

by Matthew Davidow

A guide to how sports betting works

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A guide to how sports betting works

The Logic Of Sports Betting examines sportsbook operations and the reasoning behind different types of bets. Its central questions—how sportsbooks set lines, which bets offer better prospects, and whether bettors can beat the house—frame a practical introduction to the mechanics of sports betting. The description also points to the use of sports modeling and market analysis, connecting the book’s behind-the-counter perspective with ways of evaluating wagers. It is about understanding how the betting business and its decisions are structured, not simply choosing a team to back.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Adults seeking an introduction to sportsbook operations and betting lines.
  • Sports bettors interested in evaluating wagers and sports-market analysis.
  • Readers curious about the logic and mechanics behind sports gambling.

Themes

Sportsbook operationsBetting lines and wager evaluationSports modeling and market analysisGambling

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Book overview

How do sportsbooks make their lines? Which types of bets are the best? Can you beat the house?

The Logic Of Sports Betting answers all these questions and more with a dash of humor and a whole lot of real talk about how it all works. Peek behind the counter and learn how sportsbooks operate. Combine that insider knowledge with why-didn't-I-think-of-that sports betting logic, and you have the winning formula.

Ed Miller is a best-selling (over 300,000 copies sold) author of books on poker and gambling. This is his first book on sports betting, but maybe his favorite book to write so far.

Matthew Davidow is a sports modeler, using proprietary methods to beat major sports betting markets for over 15 years, and co-founding two leading private sports analytics firms along the way.

What people are saying about The Logic Of Sports Betting:

"Matt and Ed are two of the smartest minds in sports betting." - Rufus Peabody, professional sports bettor

"As a sportsbook employee for 30-plus years, I find it difficult to read or watch anything about sports betting. But I could not put The Logic Of Sports Betting down. It's that good." - Robert Walker, Las Vegas bookmaker

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