In-Depth Explanation
Popular in NBA and NFL to evaluate betting performance.
Sportsbook & Betting
Against the Spread (ATS)
Quick Definition
A metric measuring how often a team covers the point spread regardless of straight wins.
Real-World Example in Practice
Lakers win by 3 but fail to cover a -5.5 spread.
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