- Los Angeles Rams – Minnesota Vikings / 191$
- Tampa Bay Lightning – Minnesota Wild / 203$
- New York Rangers – Florida Panthers / 167$
- Toronto Maple Leafs – Minnesota Wild / 187$
- Detroit Red Wings – New Jersey Devils / 187$
- Boston Bruins – Dallas Stars / 188$
- Dallas Mavericks – San Antonio Spurs / 170$
- Pafos – Heidenheim / 248$
- Real Betis – Copenhagen / 185$
- Washington Wizards – Boston Celtics / 198$
Under 49.25
Under 49.25 refers to a specific betting scenario where the total number of goals scored in a game must remain below 49.25.
This bet is unique because it introduces a fractional element to the traditional over/under betting concept, adding an extra layer of complexity to predicting the outcome. The inclusion of a decimal point in the goal total creates the possibility of half-wins, which adds an interesting dynamic for bettors.
Let’s consider an example with a bet size of $100 and odds of 1.95. If we predict that the total goals will be under 49.25, we can explore different outcomes.
Win
- Total number of goals scored remains below 48. In the event of a win, the bettor successfully predicted that the total goals scored would be below the specified threshold.
- Possible scores: 12:3, 15:15, 9:27.
- Payout = $50 * 1.95 (odds for 49 goals) + $50 * 1.95 (odds for 49.5 goals) = $97.5 + $97.5 = $195.
Half Win
- Total goals scored in the game fall on 49. In a half-win scenario, the bettor predicted a goal total of under 49.25, and the actual outcome landed exactly on 49.
- Possible scores: 26:23, 10:39, 41:8.
- Payout = $50 * 1 (odds for 49 goals) + $50 * 1.95 (odds for 49.5 goals) = $50 + $97.5 = $147.5.
Lose
- Total number of goals scored is more than 50. If the total goals exceed 50, the bet is considered a loss, indicating that the prediction was inaccurate.
- Possible scores: 96:47, 116:73, 61:104.
- Payout = $50 * 0 (odds for 49 goals) + $50 * 0 (odds for 49.5 goals) = $0.
In conclusion, the Under 49.25 bet provides an intriguing twist to traditional over/under wagers by introducing fractional goal totals. Bettors need to carefully analyze potential outcomes to navigate the nuances of full wins, half wins, and losses, enhancing the strategic elements of sports betting.