overunder

An over/under, also called the total, is a wager in sports betting on the combined score of a game or event. Bettors decide whether the actual total will be over or under the bookmaker’s published line.

Bookmakers set a line representing the expected total; bettors wager on Over or Under. The line is often shown with a decimal (such as 45.5) to prevent pushes; if the final total exceeds the line, Over wins; if it is below, Under wins. If the final total equals a whole-number line, many sportsbooks issue a push and refund wagers.

Totals are used across many sports. In football and basketball they refer to points scored by both teams; in soccer they cover goals; in baseball they cover runs. Some markets offer team totals or player totals.

Line movement occurs as bookmakers adjust to betting patterns, injuries, weather, and public demand. The Over/Under is typically priced with a symmetrical vig, commonly -110 on both sides in U.S. markets, meaning a bettor must risk 110 to win 100.

Strategy and statistics can inform bets, such as pace, offensive efficiency, and recent scoring trends. As with all gambling, outcomes are uncertain and responsible betting practices are advised.