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Opening Line

By Allen Moody, About.com

Definition: In the sports gambling world, "opening line" refers to the initial point spread or money line offered by the sportsbook to bettors.
Examples: The opening line on the UCLA basketball game was UCLA -15 and the Bruins were bet up 17-point favorites.

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