Unless the odds are EVEN, two-sided sports betting options have a favorite and an underdog. Point spread favorite odds range from as low as 0.5 goals in soccer, hockey and baseball, to upwards of 17 points or more in high-scoring sports like basketball and football. Also referred to as “chalk,” point spread favorites always have negative odds and begin a match with a deficit. When betting on moneyline chalk, odds start at (-101) and can go as high as (-10000) and beyond.
What are Football and Basketball Favorite Odds?
Favorites in football and basketball are always posted with negative odds.