Question 1

What does ATS mean in sports betting?

Accepted Answer

ATS stands for Against The Spread. It refers to betting results that include the point spread, as opposed to straight-up (win/loss) results. A team can win the game but lose ATS if they fail to cover the spread.

Question 2

What is CLV in sports betting?

Accepted Answer

CLV stands for Closing Line Value. It measures the difference between the odds you received and the final closing odds just before the game. Consistently beating the closing line is considered the strongest indicator of long-term betting skill.

Question 3

What is a steam move in sports betting?

Accepted Answer

A steam move is rapid, coordinated betting by sharp bettors across multiple sportsbooks, causing the line to move quickly. It signals that professional money has found value and is worth paying attention to.

Question 4

What is reverse line movement?

Accepted Answer

Reverse line movement occurs when the betting line moves opposite to the direction of public betting percentages. For example, if 70% of bets are on Team A but the line moves toward Team B, it signals sharp (professional) money on Team B.

Sports Betting Glossary