Money Line Wager
Money Lines are the simplest form of sports gambling. The team that the bettor wagers on just has to win the game. The bet is not subject to a point spread. The amount he may win is determined by the money line.
Money Line rules are as follows:
Money Lines are displayed with a plus "+" or a minus "-" sign.
Money Lines posted with a minus sign "-" require a bet equal to the amount shown after the minus sign to win $100.
Money Lines posted with a plus sign "+" require a $100 bet to win the amount shown after the plus sign.
To win the bet, the team that the bettor wagered on must win the game.
Tie games are no action.
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The bettor cannot place a Money Line wager on both teams.
The bettor cannot place a Money Line wager and a Point Spread wager on the same team.
The bettor can place a Money Line wager on one team and a Point Spread wager on the opposing team.
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The bettor can combine a Money Line wager with a Totals wager, even on the same event.
The Money Line may change between the time he places his bet and the event's start time. Payout of the wager is subject to the Money Line that was displayed at the time he placed his wager.
For example, the bettor wagered on Miami (-160) to beat Buffalo (+260). He must bet $160 to win $100 if Miami wins the game. His friend bets on Buffalo. His friend must bet $100 to win $260 if Buffalo wins. The following table displays the results of four different winning Money Line bets.
| Winner | Money Line | Bet Amount on Winner | Payout (+ bet amount) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | -160 | $ 80 | $ 130 |
| Miami | -160 | $ 160 | $ 260 |
| Buffalo | +260 | $ 100 | $ 360 |
| Buffalo | +260 | $ 50 | $ 180 |