In-Depth Sports Betting Guides

Sports Betting 101 is the comprehensive beginner’s guide to sports betting. Learn about the types of bets you can place on sports, how to read odds, and how to manage your bankroll to get the most value out of your wagers.

• How to Read Sports Odds
• Betting Against the Spread
• Over / Under Betting

Master betting strategies used by the pros with SBD’s Sports Betting Strategy Guide. Learn to shop for the best lines and make the most of time-tested strategies to get an edge on other bettors and your sportsbook.

• How to Middle Sports Bets
• Round Robin Betting
• Why Does the Line Move?

With so many sports to bet on, it can be difficult to know where to focus your efforts. Explore this guide for actionable, sport-specific advice that will allow you to expand your betting portfolio and make smarter wagers on a wider range of sports.

• NFL Betting Made Simple
• First 5 Innings Betting
• How to Bet on the Kentucky Derby

Bank and bet confidently with tips and tricks to efficiently make secure deposits and withdrawals from your sportsbook. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about deposit methods, minimum bets/deposits, and protecting your identity during online transactions.

• Credit Card Deposits
• Minimum Deposit & Bet Amounts
• Fastest Withdrawal Options

The key to rational sports betting is understanding the inherent biases and natural human tendencies that lead bettors down the wrong path. Learn what to look out for and develop a betting strategy based on logic with SBD’s Betting Psychology Series.

• The Hindsight Bias
• Avoiding the Gambler's Fallacy
• Confirmation Bias & Sport Betting

Betting scams are out there, and they’re coming for your hard-earned dollars. Regardless of your betting experience level, take the time to review the info in these articles and familiarize yourself with the most common sports betting scams.

• Do "Guaranteed" Wins From Instagram Work?
• Betting Scams in a Changing Industry
• Did Tim Donaghy Do It?

Most sportsbooks offer promotional bonuses to new customers. If you’re not taking advantage of them, you’re leaving money on the table. So, how do you find the best bonuses? With the advice in this guide, of course!

• How Sports Betting Bonuses Work
• Top 5 Sports Betting Bonuses

Sports betting is big business, and big names in the world of finance have taken notice. Explore the intersection between betting and the world of finance to capitalize on the knowledge of the financial industry when placing bets of your own.

• Buy Sports Teams Like Stocks
• Hedge Funds and Sports Betting
• How Sports Betting Algorithms Work

Laws around sports betting are continually evolving, so it’s crucial that you stay up-to-date on the latest developments. Check out SBD’s Legal Guide to track new legislation and learn key skills like how to pay tax on your betting proceeds.

• Current States That Allow Sports Betting
• Online Sports Betting Legality
• Sports Betting Age Requirements

The sports betting industry is always changing, and we're constantly analyzing the fluctuating landscape with detailed research and analysis. Start here for the latest industry standards and insights.

• How Much Juice Is Reasonable?
• How Early Should Lines Open?
• Line Movement Frequency

These resources will save you time and help you gain a deeper understanding of the language of sports betting. Use our online tools to construct a profitable parlay or quickly calculate odds and explore the key terms you’ll encounter at your sportsbook in our glossary of betting terms.

• NFL Strength of Schedule
• Common Sports Abbreviations
• Glossary of Betting Terms

Grab your favorite beverage and sit back to enjoy our favorite sports betting stories. From the famous involvement of the mafia in sportsbooks to emotional tales of incredible wins and devastating losses, this section provides a connection to the human side of betting on sports.

• Top 11 Gambling Quotes
• Calcutta Auctions and March Madness
• Mobile Betting