Learn how to bet the spread & totals at Ohio sportsbooks

Ohio sports betting is set to officially launch on January 1st, 2023. Sports fans living in the Buckeye State will be able to place bets on their favorite teams. Two of the most common bets are betting the point spread and the game total.

A point spread is a number set by the oddsmakers at sportsbooks. It is used to create equality between teams. Ohio State vs Georgia CFP Semi-Final game is taking place. The Bulldogs are favored by 6.5 points over the Buckeyes. The total is the total number of points the teams are expected to score. If the over/under lands exactly on the posted number, it's considered a "push" and the bet is refunded. In sports such as hockey and baseball, the "total" is different. There are options for betting on a single team's point total.