Basketball betting can be fun and exciting when you win. To increase your chances of winning, here are some keys to being the winner and not the loser.
Use Your Brain
Just go with what you know is good and avoid the unknown. Basketball has enough games for you to be picky. College basketball especially requires good research. The right information doesn’t always get publicized quickly. Do the research and use your judgment, not your emotions. You can gain a big advantage if you specialize in a smaller lesser known conference. If you are the expert on it a conference you will generally outsmart the bookies who need to spread themselves across all conferences. Be smart and do research to make your educated decisions.
Only Bet On Good Games
Basketball has a very long season and games happen almost every day so there is no rush to bet on every game. Be smart and pick the most attractive games to wager on. Don’t feel rushed with the games that happen every day. Pick your spot and go after just a few games a week. This will increase the chances of winning since you are only chasing attractive games and also decrease the games you are not prepared for thus minimizing your likely losses.
You want to be profitable at the end of the season. Think long-term and do not move for short-term risky games. Wait for good opportunities (they happen often) and then exploit them to the maximum. Some great spots can be found in the smaller conferences and teams. The bookies need to make lines for them but generally don’t have time for the best research to be done which means it places you and your well-done research at an advantage.
Money, Money, Money
Winning is half the battle the other half is money management. If you manage your money poorly you may win 99% of the time but lose all of your earnings on a single risky wager. Never increase your bets too dramatically when you are out of position and not prepared. Many experts regularly pick a percentage of their bankroll. This allows them to regulate their spending in a smart way. Also, shop around for the best betting lines. Not all sportsbooks are the same. An extra point and a missed free throw can make your season a winner instead of a loser.