What is a Push in Sports Betting? Complete Push Betting Guide 2024
In sports betting, a push occurs when the final result of a game or event results in a tie between the two teams or participants based on the point spread or handicap that was assigned by the sportsbook. When a sportsbook push occurs, the outcome of the bet is considered neither a win nor a loss, and the wagered amount is returned to the bettor.
For example, if a bettor places a bet on a football game with a point spread of -3, it means that the favored team must win by more than three points for the bet to be considered a win. If the favored team wins by exactly three points, the bettor will receive their original wager back, as the bet is considered a push.
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