A Real-World Example

Imagine a football game where Team A is at +200 odds. Most casual bettors pile on Team B, but suddenly, the odds shift to +150 for Team A. That’s sharp money at work—pros saw something the public didn’t and bet big, forcing the sportsbook to adjust.

In gambling, it’s similar—think of a poker player who knows the odds better than the house or a blackjack pro counting cards. Sharp money moves markets because it’s informed, not emotional.

Spotting Sharp Money

You’ll see it in line movements. If odds drop fast on one side—like from 2.50 to 2.20 in decimal terms—it’s often sharp money pushing it. Bookmakers react to these bets because sharps are usually right more often than not.

For you, it’s a clue: where sharp money goes, value often hides. But spotting it takes effort—or the right tools.

Breaking It Down

When public money floods one side, sharps often go the other way, hunting value the crowd misses.

The Connection to Value

Say a sharp bettor moves the line from +180 to +150 on an underdog. If you catch it at +170 on another book, you’re riding their insight—and getting a better deal than the odds suggest. That’s value betting in action.

But doing this manually? It’s tough—odds shift fast, and you’d need to watch dozens of books. That’s where automation comes in.

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