Look, I get it, poker sites want to branch out and offer sports betting to keep things fresh, but why do they keep botching the odds so badly? I’m deep into figure skating bets—yeah, niche, but hear me out. The other day, I’m checking lines for a major event, and the odds for a top skater like Ilia Malinin to podium are way off, like they didn’t even watch his last quad-heavy program. Meanwhile, a long-shot pairs team with no shot at medals is priced like they’re favorites. It’s not just one site either; I’ve seen this on multiple platforms that also run poker rooms.
My guess? They’re using some generic algorithm that doesn’t understand the sport’s nuances—like how consistency matters more than flash in skating, or how a single fall can tank a score. Poker sites probably think they can slap together a sportsbook and call it a day, but they’re not putting in the work to get the data right. I spend hours breaking down performances, jump combos, and even ice conditions to make my picks, and it’s frustrating when the odds don’t reflect reality. It’s like playing a hand where the dealer keeps miscounting the pot—you’re already fighting the game, now you’re fighting the house too.
Anyone else noticing this with other sports? Or is it just my corner of the betting world getting screwed over?
My guess? They’re using some generic algorithm that doesn’t understand the sport’s nuances—like how consistency matters more than flash in skating, or how a single fall can tank a score. Poker sites probably think they can slap together a sportsbook and call it a day, but they’re not putting in the work to get the data right. I spend hours breaking down performances, jump combos, and even ice conditions to make my picks, and it’s frustrating when the odds don’t reflect reality. It’s like playing a hand where the dealer keeps miscounting the pot—you’re already fighting the game, now you’re fighting the house too.
Anyone else noticing this with other sports? Or is it just my corner of the betting world getting screwed over?