Non-Starter A participant that fails to compete in an event for which it is eligible to compete. No action A wager that is canceled/void with money refunded. Long Shot The underdog team or athlete that is considered very unlikely to win.

Lock The favored team or athlete that is considered a guarantee to win. Leg In a parlay, each individual selection is referred to as a 'leg' of the wager. For additional information, see our page on How do I use a Bonus Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook? Also known as Chalkīonus Bet A 'reward' that is able to be used in place of real money for wagering on the DraftKings Sportsbook platform. Opposite of a Favoriteįavorite The team or outcome that is most likely to win. For additional information see our page on What is a Dead Heat Reduction?ĭog The team or outcome expected to lose, also known as Underdog. In this instance, the bet is settled under 'Dead Heat Reduction Rules' for that event. For additional information, see our page on What is a point spread bet?ĭead Heat Reduction When two or more participants finish with the same results. When this occurs, the team 'covers the spread'. For additional information, see our page on How do I cancel a placed bet? Ĭover The Spread The act of winning by enough to beat the Point Spread. For additional information, see our page on What is a bet slip?īuzzer Beater When a game is decided with a winning score on the final play of the gameĬash Out A feature that gives you the opportunity to cash out a bet before the outcome is decided, allowing you to secure part of your winnings or cut your losses. The Bet Slip is an area containing selected picks and where you enter your wager amount(s) before confirming your bet(s). Each bet receipt will provide confirmation of selections, odds, results, and a unique identifier to help distinguish one bet from anotherīet Slip The 'cart' of a Sportsbook. For example, 'all action' means every bet will be settled, regardless of the outcome.īad Beat A tough loss on a bet that appeared to be won before a turnaround in a game or contest.īet Receipt The confirmed 'ticket' of a placed bet.

It can also refer to how bets are settled. Action The term for the amount of bets placed on a game or sporting event.

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