The handicap number is indicated with a + (advantage) or - (disadvantage) value. All bets exclude overtime, unless specified otherwise.
Example:
Bet: Golden State Warriors (-6)
Result: Golden State Warriors 96 – 90 Atlanta Hawks
In this case, the bet would be refunded, because in a 2-option market, if the final result with the handicap is a tie, the wagered amount is returned to the player's account. In this case, for betting purposes, the result would be 90 – 90, as the registered bet deducts 6 points from the Golden State Warriors' score.
Result: Golden State Warriors 97 – 90 Atlanta Hawks
The bet would be a winner, because for betting purposes, the final result would be 91 – 90 in favor of the Golden State Warriors.
Result: Washington Wizards 95 – 90 Atlanta Hawks
The bet would be lost, because for betting purposes, the final result would be 89 – 90 in favor of the Atlanta Hawks.