: A term for covering the point spread with "meaningless" points scored late in a game.
: You can "cover" a primary bet by placing secondary wagers on alternative outcomes. According to OddsMonkey , this helps potentially recuperate some of the initial wager if the primary bet fails. GAMBLE
: This occurs when a team performs well enough against a bookmaker's handicap to win a bet. For example, if a team is a -7.5 favorite, they must win by at least 8 points to cover the spread . : A term for covering the point spread