Understanding Under 62.5 in the 1st half
Under 62.5 in the 1st half means you are betting that the total points scored by both teams in the first half will be less than 62.5 points.
- If the first half ends with 61 points, you win.
- If it ends with 63 points, you lose.
- If it ends with exactly 62 points, you win (since 62 < 62.5).
Choosing the Right Team/Match
Some teams and matchups are better suited for under bets:
- Teams with slower pace (low possessions per game)
- Teams with strong defenses
- Matchups where both teams score low in the first half historically
Example Team:
Let’s take Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics.
- Miami often plays defense-first games in the first half.
- Boston may score slower against strong defense.
- Historical 1st half average points:
- Miami 1H: 29
- Boston 1H: 31
- Total: 60 points (under 62.5)
Illustrating With Scores
Imagine the first half goes like this:
| Quarter | Miami | Boston | Cumulative Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 15 | 16 | 31 |
| Q2 | 14 | 15 | 60 |
- Total points at halftime: 60
- Since 60 < 62.5, the under bet wins.
Factors to Consider
- Pace: Teams averaging fewer possessions tend to hit unders.
- Injuries: If a high scorer is out, first-half totals drop.
- Matchup history: Check how the two teams score against each other in previous games.
- Defensive strategy: Some teams start slow to wear down opponents.
Betting Tips
- Look at last 5 games first-half points for both teams.
- Favor games with high defensive efficiency teams.
- Avoid betting unders on games with fast-paced teams or high-scoring duels.
- Consider live betting: If the first quarter is very low-scoring, odds for under in the 2nd quarter may increase.
Example Betting Scenario
- Match: Miami Heat vs Boston Celtics
- 1H Total Points Line: 62.5
- Historical Average 1H Points: 60
- Tip: Place a small-medium stake on Under 62.5, especially if both teams have strong defense and slow pace.