Proposition bets (prop bets) are wagers that allow bettors to place bets on specific player or event performance outcomes rather than on the final game result.
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Prop bets are commonly offered in sports betting markets to target individual performance metrics.
The legalization of sports betting in the United States in 2018 has been associated with an increase in scandals and misconduct involving athletes who altered performance or leaked information to benefit bettors.
January 01, 2018
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Observed trend linking expanded legal sports betting post-2018 to more integrity issues in sports.
Insider information about player injuries can be used to place bets on sports events.
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Describes a vulnerability exploited in some sports betting schemes where knowledge of player availability or injuries informs wagering decisions.
Prop bets are wagers that allow bettors to gamble on an individual athlete's specific in-game actions at a granular level, for example the number of rebounds, passing yards, or balls and strikes pitched.
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Definition and typical examples of prop bets in sports wagering.