If the total was Jass 115, Mavericks 116, the total would be 231 and the over would hit. If the final outcome was Jazz 100, Mavericks 99, the total would be 199, and the under would win. If you bet the under, you expect them to score less than 217 points combine. If you bet the over, you’re wagering that the teams will score a combined total of 218 or more. In other words, the Jazz and the Mavericks are expected to score a combined total of 217. That’s the expected point total for this match, based on the bookmakers’ expertise. The first thing to look at is the number that immediately follows “over” or “under.” In this case, it’s 217. Importantly, sports differ greatly in how valuable or smart over/under bets can be, based on their format.

Over/under betting is best explained with examples. What Does It Mean To Bet The Over Or The Under?