Teaser Calculator - Visual Line Movement & Wong Indicators
Teaser Calculator - See Line Movements & Wong Opportunities
Select Your Sport
Quick Examples
Enter Your Teams (2-10 teams)
Teaser Strength Analysis
How to Use This Visual Teaser Calculator:
- Select your sport - NFL or NBA for sport-specific options
- Choose teaser points - Watch the visual preview update
- Enter teams and spreads - See line movements animate
- Look for green highlights - Wong teasers are marked automatically
- Calculate your teaser - View strength meter and detailed analysis
What is a Teaser Bet?
A teaser bet is a type of sports wager that allows you to adjust point spreads or totals in your favor. Unlike standard multi-team bets, teasers let you move the line by a fixed number of points across all games. The trade-off is reduced payouts compared to regular multi-team wagers.
Our enhanced teaser calculator features visual line movement animations, Wong teaser indicators, and a strength meter that analyzes your selections. See exactly how teaser points affect your spreads with real-time visual feedback.
Understanding Wong Teasers
The Power of Key Numbers
Stanford Wong identified that NFL games land on 3 and 7 more than any other margins. When you tease through both these numbers, you significantly increase your winning probability. Our calculator automatically highlights these valuable Wong teasers in green.
Classic Wong Teaser Examples
• +1.5 to +2.5 → +7.5 to +8.5 (crosses 3 and 7)
• -7.5 to -8.5 → -1.5 to -2.5 (crosses 7 and 3)
These specific teasers have shown positive expected value over thousands of games.
How Teaser Betting Works
Key Rules and Mechanics
- Minimum Teams: Must include at least 2 teams (no single-game teasers)
- Fixed Points: All lines move by the same amount
- All Must Win: Like regular multi-team bets, every leg must cover
- Push Rules: Varies by book - some reduce to next level, others void
- Sport-Specific: Can't mix NFL and NBA in same teaser
Visual Line Movement Examples
Our calculator shows exactly how your lines move:
- Favorites: Chiefs -9 → Chiefs -3 (6-point teaser)
- Underdogs: Bills +2 → Bills +8 (6-point teaser)
- Totals Over: Over 45 → Over 39 (6-point teaser)
- Totals Under: Under 51 → Under 57 (6-point teaser)
Standard Teaser Payouts
NFL Teaser Odds
| Teams | 6 Points | 6.5 Points | 7 Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Teams | -110 | -120 | -130 |
| 3 Teams | +180 | +160 | +140 |
| 4 Teams | +300 | +260 | +200 |
| 5 Teams | +450 | +400 | +350 |
| 6 Teams | +700 | +600 | +500 |
NBA Teaser Odds
| Teams | 4 Points | 4.5 Points | 5 Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Teams | -110 | -120 | -130 |
| 3 Teams | +160 | +140 | +120 |
| 4 Teams | +260 | +220 | +180 |
| 5 Teams | +400 | +350 | +300 |
Teaser Strategy Guide
NFL Teaser Best Practices
- Focus on Wong Teasers: Look for spreads between +1.5/+2.5 and -7.5/-8.5
- Stick to 2-3 Teams: Better long-term results with fewer teams
- Avoid Totals: Key numbers less impactful on totals
- 6-Point Standard: Best balance of value and payout
- Never Tease Through Zero: Wasting points on non-key numbers
NBA Teaser Considerations
- Less Valuable Than NFL: Fewer key numbers in basketball
- 4 or 4.5 Points Optimal: 5 points rarely worth reduced payout
- Consider Totals: Can provide better value than sides
- Avoid Large Favorites: Even teased down, blowout risk remains
Understanding the Teaser Strength Meter
Our exclusive teaser strength meter analyzes your selections based on:
- Wong Teaser Presence: +15 points for each Wong teaser
- Optimal Team Count: 2-3 teams score highest
- Sport-Specific Factors: NFL sides valued over totals
- Poor Value Detection: Penalties for teasing through zero
Strength Meter Ratings
Strong value plays
Solid selections
Room for improvement
Reconsider selections
Common Teaser Mistakes to Avoid
1. Teasing Through Zero
The cardinal sin of teaser betting. Moving from -2.5 to +3.5 wastes valuable points crossing non-key numbers. Our calculator highlights these poor value teasers in red.
2. Too Many Teams
While 10-team teasers offer massive payouts, the probability of winning decreases exponentially. Stick to 2-3 teams for sustainable profits.
3. Ignoring Push Rules
Different sportsbooks handle pushes differently. Some reduce to the next level, others void the entire teaser. Know your book's rules before betting.
4. College Football Teasers
Higher scoring variance makes college teasers less predictable. NFL's consistent scoring patterns make key numbers more reliable.
Advanced Teaser Concepts
Reverse Teaser (Pleaser)
Move lines against yourself for higher payouts. Example: Chiefs -3 becomes -9. High risk, high reward strategy not recommended for beginners.
Open Teasers
Start a teaser and add teams later. Useful during NFL season to lock in good numbers early. Not all sportsbooks offer this option.
Sweetheart Teasers
Special teasers offering more points (usually 10+) but requiring more teams and offering lower payouts. Generally poor value despite attractive point spreads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Wong teaser?
Wong teasers are NFL teasers that cross the key numbers 3 and 7, identified by Stanford Wong as having positive expected value. Our calculator visually highlights these opportunities in green. Examples include teasing +1.5 to +2.5 underdogs up through 3 and 7, or -7.5 to -8.5 favorites down through both key numbers.
How do 6-point teasers work?
6-point teasers move all point spreads 6 points in your favor. For favorites, subtract 6 points (e.g., -9 becomes -3). For underdogs, add 6 points (e.g., +3 becomes +9). Our visual calculator shows this movement with animated transitions, highlighting when you cross key numbers for maximum value.
What are the best teaser strategies?
The best teaser strategies focus on crossing key numbers in NFL (3 and 7). Use 2-3 team teasers for better long-term results. Our calculator's Wong indicator shows optimal teasers in green. Avoid teasing through zero or using too many teams. NBA teasers are less valuable due to fewer key numbers.
How are teaser payouts calculated?
Teaser payouts depend on the number of teams and points teased. A 2-team, 6-point NFL teaser typically pays -110. More teams or points mean different odds. Our calculator shows exact payouts based on standard teaser odds, with visual indicators for expected value and a strength meter for your selections.
Should I use 6.5 or 7 point teasers?
While 6.5 and 7 point teasers offer more points, they come with reduced payouts that often negate the advantage. Stick to 6-point teasers for NFL, especially Wong teasers. Our visual calculator shows the payout difference and highlights when extra points don't provide proportional value. For NBA, 4-point teasers are optimal.
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