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Learn the terminology behind SharpSDA picks, ratings, and analytics.
Reading a Pick
What each field on a pick card means — side, odds, units, rating.
What the Flames Mean
How the 1–5 🔥 rating and MUST BET designation are calculated.
Odds & Implied Probability
American odds format, converting to probability, and what -110 juice means.
Edge & Closing Line Value
Why edge and CLV are the real measures of pick quality — not just win rate.
Units & Kelly Stake
What a unit is, how Kelly sizing works, and how to use it responsibly.
Model Probability & Confidence
The difference between model prob, market implied prob, and the confidence score.
How the Model Works
A plain-language overview of what goes into the predictions — without the secret sauce.