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Everything you need to know about using Clutch, understanding betting data, and making smarter picks.
Platform Overview
What is Clutch?
Clutch is a sports betting analytics platform that uses AI models to predict game outcomes and player performance. We analyze odds across sportsbooks to find value bets with positive expected value.
The homepage shows today's games with live scores, AI predictions, and quick-access widgets for top picks, line movers, and suggested parlays.
How to get started:
- Browse today's games on the Home or Sports page
- Click any game card to see detailed predictions and props
- Use the Parlays page to browse bets and build custom parlays
- Save parlays to track them live and see results on Performance
- Check Performance to review your betting record and model accuracy
Understanding the Cards
What each element means
Cards are the building blocks of Clutch. Each card type shows different data — game matchups, player props, bet comparisons, parlays, and line movement. Tap any feature to zoom in and learn what it does.
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AI Signal Badges
Special indicators on player cards
Signal badges appear in the top-right corner of prop cards when the AI model detects special conditions. Multiple badges can appear on the same card.
These badges help you quickly identify interesting betting opportunities without needing to dig into the numbers yourself.
Hover over any badge on a prop card to see a tooltip explaining what it means for that specific bet.
Coin Flip
Model sees this as a toss-up (48-52% win probability)
Underdog Pick
Model picks the less favored side (positive American odds)
High Confidence
Model has >70% confidence in this pick
High Edge
Value edge exceeds 5% over the bookmaker's line
Value Play
Positive edge detected on both sides of the bet
Badges stack together on cards when multiple signals apply. Hover over them on any prop card to see what each means.
American Odds
Understanding how odds work
American odds are displayed as positive (+) or negative (-) numbers. They tell you how much you need to bet to win $100 (negative odds) or how much you'll win on a $100 bet (positive odds).
Converting to decimal: For positive odds, divide by 100 and add 1. For negative odds, divide 100 by the absolute value and add 1.
Examples:
- +150: Bet $100 to win $150 (underdog). Decimal: 2.50
- -200: Bet $200 to win $100 (favorite). Decimal: 1.50
- +300: Bet $100 to win $300 (big underdog). Decimal: 4.00
- -110: Bet $110 to win $100 (typical spread). Decimal: 1.91
Win Probability & Implied Probability
What the prediction bar means
Every bet on Clutch shows two probabilities: the model probability (what our AI thinks will happen) and the implied probability (what the bookmaker's odds suggest).
The prediction bar visualizes the model's confidence. For game bets, team colors show which side is favored. For player props, green represents over and orange represents under.
Implied probability formula:
Negative odds: |odds| / (|odds| + 100)Positive odds: 100 / (odds + 100)Model predicts LAL 58% to win
Player prop: 64% chance of going over
Edge & Expected Value
Finding value in the odds
Edge is the difference between what our model thinks will happen and what the bookmaker's odds imply. A positive edge means the model sees more value than the book is offering.
Edge Formula:
Edge = Model Probability - Implied ProbabilityExample: Model says 55%, book implies 45% = +10% edge
Expected Value (EV):
EV = (Model Prob x Decimal Odds - 1) x 100Positive EV means the bet is profitable long-term. Clutch calculates this for every bet automatically.
Strong Edge
Edge > 5% — high value bet
Moderate Edge
Edge 0-5% — some value
Negative Edge
Edge < 0% — book has the advantage
Bet Types
Moneyline, Spread & Totals
There are four main bet types available on Clutch. Each game card shows moneyline, spread, and total bets. Player props are found on the game page or in the Parlays browse view.
Moneyline
Pick who wins the game outright. No point spread involved. Higher payouts for underdogs, lower payouts for favorites.
Spread
The favorite must win by more than the spread. Example: Patriots -7.5 means they must win by 8+ points. The underdog can lose by less than the spread or win outright.
Total (Over/Under)
Bet on whether the combined score of both teams will go over or under a set number. Example: O/U 219.5 — bet over if you think they'll score 220+.
Player Props
Bet on individual player statistics: points, rebounds, assists, threes, touchdowns, passing yards, and more. Choose "More" (over) or "Less" (under) the bookmaker's line.
Player Props
Betting on individual players
Player props let you bet on specific player stats rather than the game outcome. The bookmaker sets a line (e.g., 26.5 points), and you bet whether the player will go over or under.
AI Signal Badges: Icons in the top-right corner flagging special conditions like high confidence or high edge picks. Multiple badges can stack on the same card.
Team + Matchup: Shows the player's team logo and the opponent they're facing, so you can quickly identify the matchup context.
Player + Line: The player's name, the sportsbook sourcing the odds, and the stat line (e.g., 26.5 Points). This is the number you're betting over or under.
Prediction Bar: A color-coded bar showing the AI model's predicted probability of going over or under the line. Green for over, orange for under.
Pick Buttons: Tap "More" (over) or "Less" (under) to add this prop to your parlay. Each button shows the odds price for that side.
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The Game Page
Deep dive into any matchup
Click any game card to open the full game page. Here you'll find comprehensive data about the matchup, predictions, and all available bets.
Game Page Tabs:
Game summary, odds comparison, model predictions, and live score
All player props with AI predictions, filterable by player and stat type
Team rosters with player links and injury statuses
Live and final box scores during and after the game
Current league standings for both teams
Browsing Bets
Finding the right picks
The Parlays page has two main tabs: My Parlays (your working and saved parlays) and Browse Bets(where you find picks).
Game Bets: Shows a grid of bet cards, each displaying Moneyline, Spread, and Total odds for a game. The prediction bar shows the AI model's confidence, and edge percentages are color-coded below.
Player Props: Select a game first, then browse all available player props with predictions. Filter by player or stat type.
Filters: Narrow results by sport, bookmaker, and date. Switch between today's games, yesterday's, and upcoming.
Building Parlays
Step-by-step guide
Parlays combine multiple bets into a single wager. All picks must win for the parlay to pay out, but the combined payout is much higher than individual bets.
You can have up to 10 active working parlays per bookmaker. Each parlay can contain picks from multiple games.
Browse Bets
Go to Parlays → Browse Bets. Choose a sport, bookmaker, and date.
Add Picks
Click any odds button on a bet card. The pick is instantly added to your active parlay.
Review in Drawer
The Parlay Drawer slides up from the bottom showing your picks, combined odds, and potential payout.
Adjust Picks
Flip picks (toggle over/under, swap teams) before the game starts. Remove picks with the X button.
Save Parlay
Click Save Parlay to lock it in. You can track it live and see results in Performance.
The Parlay Drawer
Your floating bet slip
The Parlay Drawer is a persistent bottom panel that follows you as you browse bets. It shows your current working parlay with all picks, odds, and potential payout.
On desktop, you can drag and drop picks between multiple parlays using the grip handles. On mobile, use the Move and Add-to buttons.
Drawer Summary
Correlation Warning
When 2+ picks come from the same game, the drawer shows an amber warning. Same-game picks may be correlated — for example, a player prop and the game total from the same match. The warning doesn't block you, but it helps you be aware of hidden risk.
Session storage: Working parlays are saved in your browser session for 1 hour. They'll persist through page reloads but expire if you close the tab.
Saving & Tracking Parlays
From picks to results
Once you're happy with a parlay, save it to track it live and record your results. You can save up to 10 parlays at a time.
Saved parlays appear in the My Parlays tab with status filter tabs that auto-select the most urgent status (Live first, then Pending, then All).
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Saved but games haven't started
All legs hit — parlay won
One or more legs missed
Live Tracking Features
- Per-leg status colors: green (won), red (lost), amber (pending)
- Live over/under trackers show real-time score progress
- Player prop trackers show stat progress toward the line
- Final scores displayed when games complete
- Click any leg to navigate to the game or player page
Editing: You can edit picks on saved parlays before games start. Flip the direction (toggle over/under) and edited picks show a blue ring. Click "Save Changes" to lock in edits.
Parlay Payouts
How parlay math works
Parlay payouts are calculated by multiplying the decimal odds of every leg together. This is why parlays pay more than individual bets — but they're also much harder to win.
The probability of winning decreases exponentially with each leg. A 3-leg parlay with 50% odds per leg has only a 12.5% chance of hitting.
Payout Formula:
Combined Odds = Leg1 Decimal x Leg2 Decimal x Leg3 Decimal x ...Payout = Stake x Combined Decimal OddsExample 3-Leg Parlay:
Leg 1: Chiefs -110 (1.91 decimal)
Leg 2: Lakers +150 (2.50 decimal)
Leg 3: Over 219.5 -105 (1.95 decimal)
Combined: 1.91 x 2.50 x 1.95 = 9.31x
$100 bet pays out: $931 (profit: $831)
Model EV Formula:
EV = (Combined Model Prob x Combined Decimal Odds - 1) x 100Positive EV means the parlay is expected to be profitable long-term. The drawer shows this automatically when model probabilities are available.
Home Widgets
Quick access to the best bets
The homepage and Browse Bets page feature smart widgets that surface the most interesting betting opportunities without you having to search.
Some widgets require an active subscription to access full details.
Top Picks
The AI's highest-confidence picks across all games. Sorted by model confidence and edge.
Line Movers
Odds that have shifted significantly since opening. Large line moves can signal sharp action or breaking news.
Best Lines
The best available odds across all sportsbooks for each bet. Helps you find the most favorable price.
Quick Parlays
AI-generated suggested parlays using strategies like Best Overall, Max Value, Safest Bet, Mixed Types, Long Shot, and more. Each shows EV%, confidence, and per-leg edge.
SGP (Same-Game Parlays): When browsing player props for a single game, the Quick Parlays widget generates same-game parlays with one leg per player to reduce correlation. Injured players are automatically excluded.
My Performance
Track your personal betting record
The My Performance tab shows your complete betting history and statistics. Filter by time period (All Time, 7 days, 30 days, This Season).
Summary Stats
Five animated stat cards show Total Staked, Total Won, Net Profit/Loss (green/red), ROI percentage, and Win Rate.
Record Comparison
Two gauge arcs compare your single-bet win rate vs multi-leg parlay win rate. Color-coded: green (55%+), amber (50%+), red (<50%).
Breakdown Charts
Win rate progress bars broken down by bet type (ML/Spread/Totals/Props), by prop type (Points/Rebounds/etc.), and by league (NBA/NFL) with net profit per league.
Parlay History
Expandable list of all saved parlays sorted by date, profit, or status. Click any parlay to see per-leg details including bet descriptions, odds, scores, and outcomes.
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Record Comparison
Single Bets
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Multi-Leg
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Clutch AI Performance
How the AI model performs
The Clutch Performance tab shows how the AI prediction model performs across different bet types, leagues, and time periods. This helps you understand which predictions to trust most.
A small sample warning appears when fewer than 50 predictions are available for the selected filters.
Available Filters
League, bet type (ML/Spread/O-U/Props), prop type, date range, confidence threshold (60%+, 70%+), specific team, and specific player.
Model Metrics
Charts & Visualizations
- Accuracy Trend: Rolling average line chart showing accuracy (green), CLV (amber), and Brier score (blue) over time. Uses 7-day window for NBA, 28-day for NFL.
- Calibration Curve: Plots predicted probability vs actual accuracy with a perfect-calibration diagonal. Shows how well the model's confidence maps to reality.
- CLV Analysis: Two metrics — CLV vs Odds (closing vs opening implied probability) and CLV vs Probability (model probability vs closing line). Positive CLV means consistently finding value before the market corrects.
- Accuracy by League: Progress bars showing prediction accuracy per league with sample size notes.
Bankroll Management
The Kelly Criterion
The Kelly Criterion determines the optimal bet size to maximize long-term growth while minimizing the risk of ruin. It balances potential returns with bankroll preservation.
Many bettors use fractional Kelly (25% or 50% of the full Kelly) to reduce variance while still maintaining a mathematical edge.
Kelly Formula:
f* = (bp - q) / bf* = fraction of bankroll to bet
b = decimal odds - 1
p = probability of winning
q = probability of losing (1 - p)
Example:
Odds: +200 (3.0 decimal, so b = 2)
Win probability: 40% (p = 0.4, q = 0.6)
Kelly = (2 x 0.4 - 0.6) / 2 = 10% of bankroll
Quarter Kelly (2.5%) is safer for beginners. Half Kelly (5%) is a common middle ground.
Line Movement
What shifting odds mean
Line movement refers to odds changing between when they open and when the game starts. Understanding why lines move helps you identify value and time your bets.
The Line Movers widget on the homepage and Browse Bets page highlights the biggest odds shifts.
Why Lines Move
CLV Connection: Closing Line Value (CLV) measures whether the line moved in your favor after you placed a bet. Positive CLV over time is the strongest indicator of a skilled bettor — it means you're consistently finding value before the market corrects.