Lesson 8: Basketball Betting

Lead Instructor: Perry Sopinsky

Access: Public Status: Active Lesson: Part of Course

Learn the ins and outs of basketball betting in this lesson. You’ll learn fundamentals like how to understand basketball odds and utilize key statistics, as well as explore advanced analytics. This lesson also covers live betting strategies and effective bankroll management for basketball wagering.

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Lesson Specs

Path Channel: SkillTrain: Betting > Track: Wagers > Topic: Sports Betting > Program: Betting Strategies > Course: Winning Sports Betting
Date Launched
Length 53 min, 11 sec

Cost Part of Course

Status Active
Code LS-00002265
Prerequisite None

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Instructions

Watch the Lesson
Take notes on key aspects
Bookmark key points in the Lesson
Ask questions on the Forum
Use Lesson resources to supplement your knowledge

Lesson Chapters

Basketball Betting
Key Statistics
Injuries, Team Dynamics, and Public Perception
Advanced Analytics
Bankroll Management
Live Betting Strategies
Betting Platforms and Tools
Key Takeaways

Lead Instructor

Perry Sopinsky

CEO of Line Hunter, LLC and a Data Scientist at PrizePicks

Perry Sopinsky is an experienced bettor with a deep passion for basketball. He is CEO of Line Hunter, LLC and a Data Scientist at PrizePicks. As a former lines maker for companies including DraftKings, Barstool/ESPN BET, and Unibet, Perry brings his wealth of knowledge and understanding of sports modeling and analytics to ElitePickz.

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Other Lessons in This Course

Lesson 1: Sports Betting Overview

Congratulations on taking your first step toward becoming an informed sports bettor! By beginning this course, you are already setting yourself up to become an above-average sports bettor. This lesson covers introductory topics such as How to Place a Bet, Understanding Betting Odds, and the Casin...

Lesson 2: Betting Types

This lesson gives you a comprehensive overview of the most common forms of wagers you will see in the sports betting market. This includes Singles and Straights, Parlays, Teasers, and more. Complete with examples to test your knowledge, you will become familiar with the advantages and disadvantag...

Lesson 3: The Casino’s Edge

In this lesson, you will delve into the critical concept of "The Casino's Edge." Understanding the house advantage is essential for any sports bettor.

Lesson 4: Discipline and Strategy

Maintaining discipline and developing a solid betting strategy are the cornerstones of successful sports betting. In this lesson, you'll learn the importance of bankroll management, setting clear betting goals, and creating a systematic approach to your wagers. We'll also discuss the psychologica...

Lesson 5: Line Movement

Understanding how betting lines move is a key skill for sports bettors. This lesson will teach you the intricacies of line movement, why it occurs, and how to use it to your advantage. You'll learn to identify trends and anticipate line shifts, ultimately improving your ability to make timely and...

Lesson 6: Advanced Strategy

Now that you have a solid foundation, it's time to explore advanced strategies in sports betting. This lesson delves into topics like hedging bets, handicapping, and live betting. You'll gain insights into how the pros make calculated decisions to maximize their profits and minimize risks in vari...

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