What Does “Over 175.5” Mean in Basketball Betting?
Over 175.5 is a total points market where you predict that the combined score of both teams at the end of the game will be 176 points or more.
- If the total points = 176 or above → Your bet wins
- If the total points = 175 or below → Your bet loses
- There is no push/refund because the line is .5 (half-point).
This market applies to:
- Full-time score (4 quarters)
- Usually includes overtime unless the sportsbook states otherwise.
(Most sportsbooks count overtime for totals.)
Examples of “Over 175.5”
Example 1 — Bet Wins
Game: Lakers vs Nuggets
| Team | Points |
|---|---|
| Lakers | 91 |
| Nuggets | 88 |
| Total | 179 |
Total = 91 + 88 = 179
179 is over 175.5, so your bet wins.
Example 2 — Bet Loses
Game: Heat vs Celtics
| Team | Points |
|---|---|
| Heat | 86 |
| Celtics | 89 |
| Total | 175 |
Total = 175
175 is below 175.5, so your bet loses.
Example 3 — Overtime Saves Your Bet
Game: Warriors vs Suns
- End of 4th Quarter: 85–88 (Total = 173) → Under at FT
- Overtime: Warriors score 10, Suns score 6
- Final Total = 173 + 16 = 189
Because overtime counts, and total = 189, the Over wins.
When to Bet Over 175.5
This line is common in:
- European leagues (EuroLeague)
- NBA games with average offense
- FIBA tournaments
Choose Over 175.5 when you expect:
- High shooting accuracy (both teams scoring consistently)
- Fast-paced teams (many possessions per minute)
- Weak defensive teams
- Star players healthy and playing big minutes
- Strong 3-point shooting teams
Teams That Frequently Go Over (Example)
Example Teams:
- NBA: Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Milwaukee Bucks
- EuroLeague: Real Madrid, Anadolu Efes
- Africa/NBA-FIBA Qualifiers: Senegal, Angola (fast pace)
(These are examples—not predictions.)
Betting Tips for Over 175.5
Check Recent Form
Look at the last 5 games:
- Did both teams usually score 85+ per game?
- Are they conceding many points?
If both teams average combined total of 175+, Over becomes attractive.
Pace of Play Matters
A slow team vs slow team → Avoid Over
A fast team vs fast team → Good for Over
Fast teams have:
- More possessions
- More shots
- More free throws
Watch Injuries
If the top scorers are missing:
- It may reduce total points
- Avoid Over
If defensive anchors are missing:
- Over becomes more likely.
Consider Matchups
Some teams play stronger defense against certain opponents.
Check head-to-head results:
- If previous meetings are usually high-scoring → Good sign for Over.
Bet Live (In-Play)
If the starting pace is slow but teams pick up later, live totals may drop to around 160–165, giving you better value.
Quick Summary
| Outcome | Total Points | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 176+ | Bet Wins | |
| 175 or Below | Bet Loses | |
| Overtime | Counts (usually) |