↑ 7-day trend: Average vig has worsened by 0.08 percentage points over the past week (from 4.68% to 4.76%). Odds margins are widening, meaning bettors are getting less value per wager.
The top 2 books are tightly clustered — only 0.04% separates them. The spread between #1 and #20 is 4.07% — book choice matters significantly for NBA.
NBA betting stands out for its sheer volume of opportunity. With 30 teams each playing 82 regular-season games, followed by a lengthy playoff stretch, the market generates thousands of betting lines across spreads, totals, moneylines, player props, and game props every week. The high-scoring, possession-heavy nature of basketball produces relatively predictable scoring distributions compared to lower-scoring sports, which means oddsmakers can set tight lines — but it also means sharp bettors have ample data to identify edges. The pace of the NBA season, with games nearly every night from mid-October through the Finals in June, creates a relentless cycle of line movement and market correction.
Vig on NBA markets tends to be among the most competitive in major North American sports, particularly on spreads and totals for marquee matchups. Sportsbooks compete aggressively for NBA handle, and that competition compresses margins — standard spread juice often sits near -110/-110 at the sharpest books, though less competitive operators may shade lines to -112 or worse. Moneyline vig can widen significantly on mismatched games where heavy favorites are involved, so bettors should pay close attention to implied margins rather than assuming uniform pricing. Player prop markets, which have exploded in popularity, typically carry wider vig than game-level markets because books face greater model uncertainty on individual performance.
Seasonal dynamics matter more in the NBA than many bettors realize. Early-season lines tend to be softer as books calibrate to roster changes, new coaching schemes, and shifting rotations. The stretch from late November through February — when the schedule is densest and public attention is split with NFL — often produces some of the most competitive odds. Conversely, playoff lines attract massive public betting volume, which can inflate vig on popular sides. Injury monitoring is arguably the single most important edge in NBA betting: a single star player's absence can swing a spread by five or more points, and the league's load management culture means lineup uncertainty persists throughout the regular season. Home-court advantage, while still statistically relevant, has diminished in recent years, and bettors who over-weight it are often leaving value on the table with road teams.
Analysis updated October 11, 2026. Odds data above refreshes hourly.
NBA Sportsbook Vig Rankings
| # | Sportsbook | Avg Vig | Grade | 24h | Moneyline | Spreads | Totals | Events |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pinnacle | 3.19% | B+ | ↑ 0.53% | 3.28% | 2.91% | 3.37% | 10 |
| 2 | LowVig.ag | 3.23% | B+ | ↑ 0.03% | 3.34% | 2.88% | 3.48% | 10 |
| 3 | BetOnline.ag | 4.44% | B | ↓ 0.24% | 3.87% | 4.73% | 4.71% | 10 |
| 4 | BetUS | 4.44% | B | ↓ 0.04% | 3.83% | 4.75% | 4.72% | 10 |
| 5 | FanDuel | 4.53% | B | ↓ 0.02% | 4.03% | 4.81% | 4.74% | 10 |
| 6 | theScore Bet (ESPN Bet) | 4.53% | B | ↓ 0.01% | 4.15% | 4.69% | 4.74% | 15 |
| 7 | Bovada | 4.55% | B | — | 4.15% | 4.75% | 4.76% | 10 |
| 8 | DraftKings | 4.61% | B | — | 4.37% | 4.72% | 4.73% | 15 |
| 9 | Hard Rock Bet | 4.63% | B | ↑ 0.03% | 4.44% | 4.71% | 4.73% | 10 |
| 10 | Caesars | 4.63% | B | ↓ 0.01% | 4.38% | 4.74% | 4.75% | 14 |
| 11 | Fanatics | 4.66% | B | — | 4.48% | 4.75% | 4.76% | 10 |
| 12 | BetMGM | 4.68% | B | ↓ 0.01% | 4.59% | 4.73% | 4.73% | 10 |
| 13 | BetAnything | 4.76% | B | ↑ 0.17% | — | 4.76% | 4.76% | 10 |
| 14 | BetRivers | 4.92% | B | ↓ 0.01% | 4.84% | 4.93% | 4.98% | 14 |
| 15 | Bally Bet | 4.92% | B | ↓ 0.01% | 4.84% | 4.93% | 4.98% | 14 |
| 16 | betPARX | 4.92% | B | ↓ 0.01% | 4.84% | 4.93% | 4.98% | 14 |
| 17 | Fliff | 5.12% | C+ | ↓ 0.25% | 4.92% | 5.28% | 5.17% | 10 |
| 18 | ReBet | 5.38% | C+ | ↓ 0.67% | 4.80% | 5.76% | 5.57% | 15 |
| 19 | MyBookie.ag | 5.83% | C+ | ↑ 0.98% | 7.98% | 4.76% | 4.76% | 10 |
| 20 | 888sport | 7.26% | D | ↑ 0.03% | 5.41% | 8.24% | 8.13% | 15 |
Upcoming Events
| Matchup | Time | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Hornets @ Washington Wizards | Oct 30, 7:10 PM EDT | 20 books |
| Chicago Bulls @ Boston Celtics | Oct 30, 7:40 PM EDT | 20 books |
| Detroit Pistons @ Brooklyn Nets | Oct 30, 7:40 PM EDT | 20 books |
| New York Knicks @ Philadelphia 76ers | Oct 30, 7:40 PM EDT | 20 books |
| Orlando Magic @ Toronto Raptors | Oct 30, 7:40 PM EDT | 20 books |
| Houston Rockets @ Dallas Mavericks | Oct 30, 8:10 PM EDT | 20 books |
| Indiana Pacers @ Miami Heat | Oct 30, 8:10 PM EDT | 20 books |
| Los Angeles Clippers @ Minnesota Timberwolves | Oct 30, 8:10 PM EDT | 20 books |
| Denver Nuggets @ Phoenix Suns | Oct 30, 10:10 PM EDT | 20 books |
| Los Angeles Lakers @ Golden State Warriors | Oct 30, 10:10 PM EDT | 20 books |
| San Antonio Spurs @ New York Knicks | Dec 25, 12:10 PM EST | 8 books |
| Miami Heat @ Boston Celtics | Dec 25, 2:40 PM EST | 8 books |
| Philadelphia 76ers @ Los Angeles Lakers | Dec 25, 5:10 PM EST | 8 books |
| Oklahoma City Thunder @ Minnesota Timberwolves | Dec 25, 8:10 PM EST | 5 books |
| Denver Nuggets @ Golden State Warriors | Dec 25, 10:40 PM EST | 7 books |
Best Line Leaders
Which sportsbook offers the best odds most often across 15 events:
| # | Sportsbook | Best Lines |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DraftKings | 38 |
| 2 | Pinnacle | 29 |
| 3 | LowVig.ag | 25 |
| 4 | BetRivers | 23 |
| 5 | betPARX | 23 |
| 6 | theScore Bet (ESPN Bet) | 13 |
| 7 | Fliff | 5 |
| 8 | Caesars | 5 |
| 9 | ReBet | 4 |
| 10 | Bovada | 4 |
| 11 | Hard Rock Bet | 3 |
| 12 | BetMGM | 3 |
| 13 | BetUS | 2 |
| 14 | FanDuel | 2 |
| 15 | BetAnything | 2 |
| 16 | Bally Bet | 2 |
| 17 | Fanatics | 2 |
| 18 | 888sport | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which sportsbook has the lowest vig for NBA?
Pinnacle currently has the lowest average vig for NBA at 3.19%, earning a grade of B+.
How do sportsbook odds compare for NBA?
We compare 20 sportsbooks for NBA. The vig ranges from 3.19% (Pinnacle) to 7.26% (888sport).
When do small vig differences matter for NBA?
The top two books (Pinnacle and LowVig.ag) are separated by just 0.04%. While small, this adds up over volume — a bettor placing $1,000/week saves roughly $0 per week by choosing the lower-vig book.
How does NBA vig compare to NFL?
NBA vig is generally 1–2% higher than NFL because per-game betting volume is lower despite the longer season. However, NBA still attracts enough action to keep vig competitive — especially for popular matchups and playoff games.
When is NBA season?
The NBA regular season runs from mid-October through mid-April, with playoffs extending through June. The All-Star break falls in mid-February. Off-season runs July through October, though futures markets may open earlier.
Does NBA vig differ between regular season and playoffs?
Yes. Playoff games, especially Conference Finals and the NBA Finals, attract significantly more betting volume. This increased liquidity pushes sportsbooks to compete harder on price, and playoff vig is typically 0.5–1.5% lower than regular season.
Which NBA market has the lowest vig?
NBA point spreads usually carry the lowest vig because they attract the most balanced action. Moneylines on lopsided matchups (heavy favorites) often have higher vig because books need wider margins to manage risk on one-sided games.
What is vig (vigorish) in sports betting?
Vig — short for vigorish, also called juice or overround — is the margin a sportsbook builds into its odds. It's the difference between the true probability of an outcome and what the odds imply. Lower vig means you keep more of your winnings on every bet. For example, a standard -110/-110 line has about 4.76% vig.
How often is this data updated?
We pull fresh odds from The Odds API every hour, on the hour (UTC). Each snapshot captures the latest lines from every sportsbook that has posted odds. The timestamp at the top of the page shows the most recent refresh.
How is the vig grade calculated?
Each sportsbook is graded on average vig: A+ (under 2%) is exchange-level pricing, A (2–3%) very competitive, B+ (3–4%) above average, B (4–5%) the industry standard, C+ (5–6%) slightly below average, C (6–7%) below average, D (7–8%) high vig, D− (8–10%) very high, F (10%+) predatory.
How We Calculate These Numbers
- Data Source
- All odds on this page come from The Odds API, which aggregates real-time lines from licensed US and offshore sportsbooks. We track moneyline, spread, and totals markets across every sport with active betting lines.
- Update Frequency
- We pull a fresh snapshot of every tracked market every hour, on the hour (UTC). Each snapshot captures the latest lines from every sportsbook that has posted odds for a given event. The timestamp at the top of each page tells you exactly when the data was last refreshed.
- Vig Calculation
- Vig (short for vigorish, also called juice or overround) measures the margin a sportsbook builds into its odds. We calculate it by converting the odds on each side of a market to implied probabilities, summing those probabilities, and subtracting 100%. For example, a market priced at -110/-110 implies 52.38% on each side — a total of 104.76%, meaning a vig of 4.76%. Lower vig means better value for bettors because you keep more of your winnings.
- Per-Market Breakdown
- We compute vig separately for each market type: moneyline (h2h), point spreads, and totals (over/under). The "average vig" shown for each sportsbook is the mean across all market types weighted by the number of events sampled in each market.
- Grading Scale
- Every sportsbook receives a letter grade based on its average vig: A+ (under 2%) is exchange-level pricing. A (2–3%) is very competitive. B+ (3–4%) is above average. B (4–5%) is the industry standard — a -110/-110 line is 4.76%. C+ (5–6%) is slightly below average. C (6–7%) is below average. D (7–8%) is high vig. D− (8–10%) is very high vig. F (10%+) is predatory pricing. See the full Vig Index Methodology for formulas, worked examples, and known limitations.
- Trend Tracking
- We store daily snapshots for 30 days, allowing us to show 24-hour and 7-day vig trends. A downward trend (improving) means sportsbooks are tightening their lines — often in response to increased competition or higher betting volume as a season heats up.