Learn the Process
How we read a board, interpret market movement, and decide whether a number is still worth playing. Start here.
Foundations
PrizePicks and Underdog vs Novig and ProphetX: What’s the Difference?
PrizePicks and Underdog are built around projection-based pick'em entries, while Novig and ProphetX are more market-driven.
Read guide LearnWhy Closing Line Value Matters in Player Props
Closing line value means the number you took was better than the market's closing number. It does not guarantee a win, but it can show whether the process beat the market.
Read guide LearnWhat Is a Smash in Player Props?
A Smash is a player prop read where the current number still holds value. The best Smashes combine matchup, role, market movement, playable number, pass number, and risk.
Read guide LearnWhat Is a Playable Number in Player Props?
A playable number is the range where a player prop still makes sense. It separates a usable entry from a number that should no longer be chased.
Read guide LearnWhat Is a Pass Number in Player Props?
A pass number is the line where the value is gone. It helps you avoid chasing a prop after the market has moved past the best entry.
Read guide LearnWhat Does Line Movement Mean in Player Props?
Line movement means the prop number or price has changed. It can show market interest, new information, injury impact, weather concerns, or a shift in how the market values a player.
Read guide LearnWhat Does Line Movement Mean in Player Props?
Line movement in player props shows how the current number or price has changed from the opener. The key is knowing whether the current line is still playable or has moved into pass territory.
Read guide LearnWhat Is a Smash Score?
A Smash Score is The Smash Report way of grading a player prop setup across the Over, Under, Pass, and Market reads so the current number can be judged more clearly.
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