Understanding Line Movement

Intermediate 10 min read 1 views Nov 28, 2025

Why Lines Move

Lines move based on betting action and new information. Understanding movement helps identify value.

Types of Line Movement

  • Steam moves: Sharp money causing rapid movement across books
  • Reverse line movement: Line moves opposite to public betting percentages
  • News-driven: Injuries, weather, lineup changes

Reading the Market

Opening lines reflect oddsmaker opinion. Closing lines reflect market wisdom.

CLV (Closing Line Value)

Consistently beating the closing line indicates a real edge.

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