Back in August we said, “it’s that time of year again”, and here we are in December, and it’s that time of year again! What a season 2018-19 has been in both the NCAA and the NFL. If you played your hand right this year, then you have probably made some serious cash. The NCAA … Read more

Humans are creatures of habit and sometimes feel uncomfortable deviating for their norm. For most, when it comes to sports betting, the norm is wagering on full game point spreads, totals and moneylines. Just like having a diversified stock portfolio to maximize your profits, adding more variety to your own betting menu will not only … Read more

After starting the 2018-19 NBA season with three straight 30-points-plus games and then exploding for 51 in Game 5, Golden State’s Steph Curry was averaging 33 points a game in the month of October. Even more impressive was his shooting. The former NBA MVP shot 53 percent from 3-point range and 55 percent overall. Then … Read more

Betting on sports is all about winning, but too many bettors end up losing money with an overall negative winning percentage. Nobody bets to lose, but the reality of the situation is that most recreational bettors lose more than they win. Even the best professional handicappers are shooting for a consistent winning rate of 60 … Read more

No one likes to see a professional athlete get hurt, but it happens. The resulting injuries always have an effect on an athlete’s respective team. For the sports year 2015 for example, teams in Major League Baseball spent over $700 million on player salaries to injured players. The NFL spent over $350 million and the … Read more

The NHL season has so far been a spectacular season. Hockey is one of those sports that gets better and better as the season ages and there is betting value from top to bottom. What do we mean by betting value from top to bottom? We mean there are great teams to bet on and … Read more

CenturyLink Field. Heinz Field in December. The Big House. Death Valley. Betting on sports like pro and college football often requires some insight into where the game is being played. Playing in the wind tunnel that is Heinz Field late in the season is difficult – kickers hate it – as is traveling to Seattle’s … Read more

Parlays are one of the most common betting types for recreational bettors who are looking to get the most bang for their buck. Bettors use parlays as a way to win big with a smaller amount of risk. Betting Parlays If you are unsure what a parlay is, it is a wager that combines two … Read more

Your average sports bettor may not even be aware of if-bets and reverses, but I’m going to do my best to change that by explaining what they are and why they are beneficial. These bets are similar to parlays in that they involve making multiple selection on a single ticket, however they are different in … Read more

Traditional straight bets on the point spread, moneyline and total are most commonly used in betting circles, but parlays are the most common form of exotic bets. The reason for this is because parlays offer the potential for a bigger payday on a smaller wager. Parlaying NFL moneylines can provide not only great payouts, but … Read more

Ask the Bookie (ATB) has been around for a long time because we go with the flow and change with the times. Instagram has become a great place to find winning sports picks, and we are going to help you find your way. About 8 years ago, ATB was huge, offering bettors a place to … Read more