What “Point 140 (Incl. Overtime)” Means
In basketball betting, Point 140 (sometimes written as Total Points 140) is an Over/Under (O/U) market. Here’s the breakdown:
- Total Points: This is the combined score of both teams in a match.
- 140: The number set by the bookmaker as the threshold.
- Incl. Overtime: All points scored during overtime periods count toward the total.
So:
- Over 140 → You are betting that the combined total score of both teams will be more than 140 points.
- Under 140 → You are betting that the combined total score will be less than 140 points.
Example: If Team A scores 72 points and Team B scores 70 points, the total is 142.
- Bet on Over 140 → Win
- Bet on Under 140 → Lose
2. How the “Incl. Overtime” Affects the Bet
Some bets only consider regulation time (4 quarters). When a bet includes overtime:
- If the game is tied at the end of regulation (e.g., 130–130), overtime points are added.
- If the total after overtime exceeds 140, an Over 140 bet wins, even if regulation was below 140.
Example: Regulation score = 68–68 → Total 136.
Overtime score = 10–5 → Total 151.
Over 140 → Win, Under 140 → Lose
3. Examples with Realistic Scores
| Team A | Team B | Total | Result for Over/Under 140 (Incl. OT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | 68 | 143 | Over → Win, Under → Lose |
| 65 | 70 | 135 | Over → Lose, Under → Win |
| 60 | 80 | 140 | Over → Lose, Under → Lose (Push possible) |
| 68 | 68 (Reg) + 10/5 OT | 151 | Over → Win, Under → Lose |
Note: Some sportsbooks refund bets if the total is exactly 140 (“Push”).
4. Factors to Consider Before Betting
- Teams’ Scoring Style
- Fast-paced teams with high scoring → more likely Over.
- Defensive teams with slow pace → more likely Under.
- Recent Form
- Look at the last 5–10 games to see average total points.
- Head-to-Head Records
- Some matchups historically have high or low scores.
- Injuries
- Missing star scorers may reduce total points.
- Missing defensive specialists may increase scoring.
- Overtime Likelihood
- Close teams → higher chance of overtime, which can push totals higher.
5. Betting Tips
- Check Average Totals
- If both teams average around 70–75 points per game, Over 140 is realistic.
- Use Live Betting
- If the game is low scoring in regulation, consider live Over bets for overtime.
- Avoid One-Sided Games
- Blowouts often end well below Over 140 if one team dominates early and benches starters.
- Consider League Style
- NBA vs European leagues: NBA games tend to have higher total points; European leagues slightly lower.
- Manage Stake
- Use a smaller stake if betting on high-risk situations like overtime-included totals.
Summary
- Point 140 (Incl. Overtime) = Over/Under 140 total points including OT.
- Over 140 wins if combined score exceeds 140, including OT.
- Under 140 wins if combined score is below 140.
- Key factors: team scoring patterns, injuries, pace, league style, and overtime likelihood.
Example Tip: For two high-scoring NBA teams averaging 72–75 points per game, an Over 140 bet (Incl. OT) is often safer than in defensive European matchups.
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