This is when the handicap for a sports event, such as a football match, is listed with a half handicap, to eliminate the chance of a draw. For example, Spurs will be given +1.5. Whatever the actual result of the game, the 1.5 added to Spurs goals total will mean that the bet can either win or lose.

In sports betting, a handicap of 1.5 means that one team is given a 1.5 goal advantage before the game starts. This means that if you bet on the team with a handicap of 1.5, they would need to win the game or draw for your bet to be successful.

In the context of football matches, the gambler's fallacy can be especially misleading. For instance, people may assume that a team that has won its last five games in a row is more likely to win its next game. However, each game is independent, and past results do not guarantee future success.