Sam Smith
Betting Analyst, OddsShopper
Sam Smith writes betting strategy and tool guides for OddsShopper, translating the team’s data and models into practical, +EV-focused advice.
Articles by Sam Smith
PrizePicks Cheat Sheet Today: How to Use a PrizePicks Optimizer
If you're searching for a PrizePicks cheat sheet today or wondering how to use PrizePicks for long-term profits, you're in the right place.
Underdog Fantasy Cheat Sheet: How to Find the Best Picks Today
Want to win more on Underdog Fantasy? This Underdog cheat sheet breaks down the best beginner strategies.
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Positive Expected Value Explained: How to Find Positive EV Edges in Sports Betting
The phrase "positive expected value," also called "+EV" for short, gets bandied about a lot in the sports betting space.
What is Portfolio EV? Guide to +EV Sports Betting
At OddsShopper, we're shaking up the sports betting game with our groundbreaking Portfolio EV betting tools.
Sports Betting Software Showdown: Which Tool Is Right for You?
In a market where sportsbooks hold the edge, sharp bettors turn to tools that help flip the odds.
Point Spread Betting Explained: How to Read the Spread
Point spread betting explained: what -3.5 and +7 mean, how to cover the spread, what a push is, ATS basics, and when to bet the spread vs moneyline vs totals.
Will Sportsbooks Ban You for Arbitrage Betting?
Will sportsbooks ban you for arbitrage betting? Often yes. Here is why books limit arbers, what flags your account, and how to stay under the radar longer.
Over/Under Betting Explained: How Totals Bets Work
An over/under (totals) bet is a wager on the combined score, not the winner. Learn how totals work, the -110 juice, pushes, and how to find the best number.
What Is a Prop Bet? Proposition Betting Explained
A prop bet is a wager on something inside a game, like a player's points or yards, not the final score. Learn how prop betting works, the odds, and where the
OddsShopper vs OddsJam: Which +EV Tool Wins in 2026?
OddsShopper vs OddsJam in 2026: how the two most-cited +EV betting tools compare on workflow, mass entry, Kelly sizing, coverage, and pricing.
