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    What is American Odds?

    US odds format using positive/negative integers anchored to a $100 base.

    Definition

    American odds (also 'moneyline odds') anchor to $100. A negative number (e.g. -150) is the stake required to win $100 — a favourite. A positive number (e.g. +200) is the profit on a $100 stake — an underdog. They are the default in the US sportsbooks DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM and Caesars. Convert -150 to decimal: 1 + (100/150) = 1.67; convert +200 to decimal: 1 + (200/100) = 3.00.

    Example

    Lakers -150 means staking $150 to win $100. Knicks +200 means staking $100 to win $200.

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    FAQ

    What does "American Odds" mean in sports betting?

    US odds format using positive/negative integers anchored to a $100 base.

    How is "American Odds" used at the FIFA World Cup 2026?

    American Odds applies to every World Cup 2026 match in the same way as any other regulated sports event. Fan Bet Odds tracks the relevant prices and lines across Bet365, Pinnacle, DraftKings, BetMGM and other licensed bookmakers — see the match prediction and odds pages for live application.

    Where can I see "American Odds" in action on Fan Bet Odds?

    American Odds appears throughout our match prediction pages (/odds/predictions/match/[slug]), market deep-dives (/odds/predictions/match/[slug]/[market]) and bookmaker reviews (/bet/bookmakers/[slug]). Use the related terms below to navigate the broader glossary.

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