What Does -145 Mean in Betting?
-145 means you must bet $145.00 to win $100 in profit. A winning $145.00 bet returns $245.00 — your stake plus $100.
-145 in every format
-145 payout table
| Stake | Profit if it wins | Total payout |
|---|---|---|
| $10.00 | $6.90 | $16.90 |
| $25.00 | $17.24 | $42.24 |
| $50.00 | $34.48 | $84.48 |
| $100.00 | $68.97 | $168.97 |
| $250.00 | $172.41 | $422.41 |
What win rate does -145 need?
To break even at -145 you have to win 59.18% of your bets. Over 100 flat-stake bets that means at least 60 wins to be in profit. Favorites win often but pay less than they risk, so the break-even rate is above 50%.
-145 in a parlay
Parlay legs multiply. Two legs at -145 combine to +185 — a $100 bet pays $285.49 — and three legs combine to +382, paying $482.39. All legs must win.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do you win on a $100 bet at -145?
A $100 bet at -145 wins $68.97 in profit and returns $168.97 in total, including your stake.
What win rate do you need to break even at -145?
59.18%. Over 100 bets at -145 you need at least 60 wins to finish in profit, assuming flat stakes.
Is -145 a favorite or an underdog?
-145 is the favorite's price: the negative number means the sportsbook thinks this side is more likely to win than not.
What are -145 odds in decimal and fractional?
-145 is 1.69 in decimal odds and 20/29 in fractional odds.