The point spread is the most widely used bet type in sports betting. It levels the playing field between a strong favorite and a weaker opponent by assigning a margin that the favorite must overcome.

We'll take a look at what point spread betting is, how it works, and offer some tips for how bettors should approach spreads (July 2026) ...

Point spread betting is a way to level the odds between two teams. Instead of just picking a winner, you’re playing against a margin set by the sportsbook, essentially betting on how much a team wins ...