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Puppy
sports bettingIn betting, 'puppy' is a slang term for the underdog in a matchup. It is the team or player that is not expected to win.
Key Takeaways
- 1In betting, 'puppy' is a slang term for the underdog in a matchup. It is the team or player that is
Puppy
In betting, 'puppy' is a slang term for the underdog in a matchup. It is the team or player that is not expected to win.
Example
Many casual bettors love to bet on the 'puppy' because of the potential for a large payout if they pull off an upset.
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