Hey everyone 👋
I’m completely new to sports betting and honestly, I have no idea what I’m doing. I’ve been a sports fan (kind of), but I never really paid attention to things like point spreads, moneylines, or parlays until now. I figured I’d give it a shot, but wow—there’s a lot more to this than I expected!
I’d love some advice from the more experienced bettors 🙏
I’m mostly looking to have fun with this, but I wouldn’t mind actually winning a bet or two. Any beginner-friendly strategies or tips would be hugely appreciated!
Seconding this - no idea what the hell to do or where to start but occasionally would want to bet on a Snooker or boxing match (even if it's probably fixed).
Probably the best advice I got was:
Just bet on the games/sports you're interested in and actually know about and don't bet more than you can afford to lose
In the same boat - no idea where to start, but would be fun to place a bet once in a while.
I'm wondering what sport would be the easiest to start with and the bets are simple enough to understand for a complete newbie 😀
Does anyone have a good place to learn the different bet types and how you place them?
Bet on sports you know and trust your gut feeling. If you have a bad feeling before putting your wager down. If you feel like it's more than you can lose then don't do it, there's no sure thing in sports
Hey @BetHerBelieveIt and everyone else jumping in...
Welcome to the world of sports betting! It can definitely feel overwhelming at first, but trust me, it gets easier once you get a feel for the basics.
Here's a quick rundown for anyone just starting out:
Start with what you know – Like @dyslectic and @tacomouse said, focus on the sports you already watch or enjoy. You’ll make more informed decisions that way.
Learn the basics – Here are a few key bet types you’ll come across:
Moneyline – Just picking the winner. Easiest to understand.
Point Spread – A team has to win by (or not lose by) a certain number of points.
Parlay – Combining multiple bets into one for a bigger payout (but all have to win).
Over/Under (Totals) – Betting whether the total combined score will be over or under a set number.
Best sports for beginners?
NFL and NBA: Tons of data and coverage, so it’s easy to research.
Boxing and MMA: Moneyline bets are usually the go-to, so they’re simpler to start with.
Final tip: Always treat it as entertainment, especially at first. Keep it fun, bet small, and don't chase losses.
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