Steam Moves
Track steam moves and notable sports betting line movement across major sportsbooks. Linewhale compares current odds to earlier sportsbook prices in the selected window, then converts the change into implied probability percentage points so movement is easier to compare across moneylines, spreads, and totals.
Use this page to find games where the market has shifted quickly, identify which sportsbook moved, review the outcome and price change, and click through to the event page for full odds comparison and line movement history. The minimum move filter is a threshold, so a 10 pt setting shows moves of 10.00 implied probability points or more.
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Steam moves FAQ
What is a steam move in sports betting?▾
A steam move is a fast, notable odds movement across the betting market. It usually happens when sportsbooks react to sharp betting action, injury news, lineup changes, weather, or another market signal that changes the perceived probability of an outcome.
How does Linewhale measure steam moves?▾
Linewhale compares the current sportsbook price to an earlier price in the selected time window and converts both prices into implied probability. The move is measured in implied probability percentage points, which makes moneyline, spread, and total movement easier to compare.
Does a steam move mean I should bet that side?▾
No. A steam move shows that the market price changed, not that a bet is automatically valuable. Steam can help you spot where sportsbooks moved, which books are lagging, and which events deserve closer review before placing a wager.
What does the minimum move filter mean?▾
The minimum move filter shows moves at or above the selected implied probability point threshold. For example, 10 pts means the page only shows odds that moved by 10.00 implied probability percentage points or more within the chosen window.
Why use implied probability instead of American odds movement?▾
American odds do not move linearly, so a 20-cent move can mean different things depending on whether the price is plus money or heavily favored. Implied probability gives a cleaner view of how much the market expectation changed.