The plus (+) and minus (-) in sports betting can refer to either the point spread or betting odds. Understanding plus (+) and minus (-) odds is the most important thing before learning about American odds. The main signifiers of American odds are that they either have a plus (+) or minus (-) in front of them and are in terms of 100. Most sportsbooks in the United States use American Odds. While odds look different, they mean the same thing.
Odds can refer to moneyline, spread and total bets, and they can be displayed as American, British (fractional) or European (decimal). Reading odds may be the first part to figure out before you begin sports betting, as they specify the implied probability of an outcome and how much money can be won.
