Learn how to use OpenWager effectively and maximize your betting success
Learn the basics of OpenWager.
OpenWager offers three powerful features designed to give you an edge in sports betting:
This guide will teach you how OpenWager's platform works, why these strategies are effective, and how you can use them to maximize your betting success.
To understand this, you need to know how sportsbooks make money. Their goal is not to predict the correct outcome, but rather to balance action on both sides of a bet to secure guaranteed profits.
Sportsbooks build a margin into every bet, known as the "Vigorish" or "Juice." This is why a **50/50 bet** typically has a line of (-110).
You need to bet $110 to win $100
This **10% margin** ensures that, in a perfectly balanced market, sportsbooks take home **guaranteed profits** regardless of which side wins.
Because sportsbooks are constantly adjusting lines to **rebalance action**, different books may offer **different odds** for the same event. This creates opportunities for bettors to find value.
Consider two sportsbooks offering different Moneyline odds:
Sportsbook A: ML at -135
Sportsbook B: ML at -110
Clearly, **Sportsbook B** offers better value. Identifying these differences is the foundation of **+EV Picks, Arbitrage, and Middle Betting** strategies.
Sportsbooks **adjust lines dynamically** to protect their profit margins, which means there are always opportunities to **find better odds, exploit inefficiencies, and maximize value**. OpenWager helps you capitalize on these fluctuations to gain an edge.
Understand Expected Value (EV) and how to leverage it for profitable betting.
A **+EV (Positive Expected Value) bet** occurs when the odds offered by a sportsbook provide a **statistically favorable outcome** over time. By consistently placing +EV bets, bettors are more likely to achieve **long-term profit**, as the expected winnings exceed the risk based on probability.
A **+EV Pick is not a guaranteed win**. It is a betting line identified as statistically advantageous. The key principle of +EV betting is that by consistently wagering on **the best value opportunities**, you are **statistically more likely** to be profitable **over time**.
OpenWager identifies +EV picks across **12 different sportsbooks** and dozens of leagues. Our **AI-powered algorithms** analyze betting markets in real time to uncover **the best +EV opportunities** and present them in an **easy-to-consume format**.
Here's an example of a +EV bet from our platform:
Event: Teams playing, Time, Date, League
Market: Type of bet (Moneyline, ML 3-Way, Point Total, Point Spread)
EV Percentage: The value OpenWager has identified on this bet
Pick & Sportsbook: The team, sportsbook, and odds selected
What makes a **good +EV betting strategy**? Follow these key principles:
OpenWager **does not guarantee wins or profits**. Instead, we identify **outlier odds** that sportsbooks offer to balance action. While OpenWager provides **statistically advantageous opportunities**, you should always conduct your own research.
OpenWager identifies **hundreds of +EV betting opportunities per day**. By combining **your own research** with **OpenWager's statistical insights**, you significantly increase your chances of coming out **profitable**.
Discover how to exploit pricing inefficiencies for risk-free profits.
**Arbitrage betting** is a strategy where you **place bets on all possible outcomes of an event across different sportsbooks** to guarantee a **profit**. This takes advantage of **discrepancies in odds** between bookmakers, ensuring that no matter which outcome wins, you **secure a positive return**.
Consider the following betting market:
Sportsbook A: Spurs ML at -550
Sportsbook B: Trail Blazers ML at +1100
This creates an **Arbitrage Opportunity** with an **Arbitrage Percentage of 92.95%**. In arbitrage betting, **the lower the percentage, the better**, with **92% and below** being an excellent opportunity.
In arbitrage betting, you need to **balance your bankroll across both bets**. OpenWager **pre-calculates the optimal bet split for you**, so you always know how much to bet on each side.
By default, we use a **$100 bet size**, but you can **adjust this amount to fit your bankroll**. Our system will **automatically recalculate** the correct amounts for each bet.
Arbitrage betting is an **incredible way to guarantee profits** when done correctly. OpenWager **identifies hundreds of Arbitrage Betting opportunities daily**, helping you find **risk-free bets** across multiple sportsbooks. **Move fast, refresh often, and take advantage of these unique market inefficiencies!**
Learn about Middle Bets and how to maximize your chances of double wins.
A Middle Bet involves placing wagers on both sides of the same game or event at **different lines** to create a **"middle" opportunity**. If the final outcome falls **between** the two lines, you win **both bets**, maximizing profit. If it doesn't, you typically lose only a small amount, making it a **low-risk betting strategy**.
A market has the following circumstances:
Sportsbook A: Over 220.5 (-110)
Sportsbook B: Under 224.5 (-110)
This creates a **Middle Betting opportunity** with a "Middle Range" of **221-224 points**. If the final score lands anywhere in this range, **both bets win**.
What makes a **good Middle Betting strategy**? Follow these key principles:
If you bet **two (-110) lines**, you only need to win about **3-4% of the time** to break even.
To be **profitable**, you only need to win **5% of the time** (1 out of 20 bets). **Don't get discouraged if you lose a few in a row!** Losses are minimal, and **wins come in chunks**.
OpenWager identifies **hundreds of Middle Betting opportunities daily**. **Combine statistical insights from OpenWager with your best judgment and research**, and you'll significantly improve your chances of long-term profitability.
Access advanced player statistics and performance predictions for informed betting decisions.
Player Projections provide detailed statistical predictions for individual player performance in upcoming games. These projections are based on historical data, current form, matchup analysis, and advanced statistical models.
Player Projections are particularly valuable for:
Consider a player with the following projections:
Points: 24.5 (Over/Under 22.5)
Rebounds: 8.2 (Over/Under 7.5)
Minutes: 32.5
Matchup Grade: A-
These projections can help identify value in player props and make more informed betting decisions.
Get comprehensive game predictions and analysis for smarter betting strategies.
Game Projections provide detailed predictions for entire games, including final scores, team statistics, and key matchup factors. These projections combine team performance data, historical matchups, and advanced statistical models.
Game Projections are valuable for:
Consider a game with the following projections:
Final Score: Team A 112.5 - Team B 108.2
Pace: 101.2 (Above Average)
Total Points: 220.7 (Over/Under 218.5)
Matchup Rating: 8.5/10
These projections can help identify value in various betting markets and make more informed decisions.