So I'm looking good in a pick'em game. I put in $20 originally and if Kentucky beats UConn (the only two teams that are left in our game) I win $663. If UConn wins, I get nada.
What is the best move to make to maximize a hedge?
If UConn is +2 right now and +120 on the money line, I was thinking of putting $200 or so on UConn to win outright.

Any other ideas?

Sounds about right assuming you think it's a tossup game.

If for some reason you are fairly confident in a UConn win, then I'd think about upping your UConn ML bet.

If the line moves to +3 or +4, I'd also consider taking UConn and the points for a possible double win (UK wins game but doesn't cover spread).

[This message has been edited by moorehead01 (edited 3/28/2011 2:39p).]

Thank you!