Backdoor Cover
A backdoor cover, also known as a "backdoor win" or "backdoor push," is a situation in sports betting where a team manages to cover the point spread in the final moments of a game, despite being behind for most of the contest. This unexpected turn of events can impact the outcome of bets and potentially lead to surprising results for bettors.
For example, let's say a basketball team is favored by 7 points, but they are trailing by 10 points with only a few seconds left in the game. If the trailing team scores a late basket or makes a meaningless three-point shot at the buzzer, cutting the deficit to 6 points, they have successfully backdoor covered the spread.
Backdoor covers can be both frustrating and exhilarating for bettors. Those who wagered on the underdog might feel disappointed after watching their team lose the lead near the end of the game, but it can be a pleasant surprise for those who bet on the favorite and thought their bet was a lost cause.
Backdoor covers serve as a reminder that sports betting can be unpredictable, and the final moments of a game can significantly impact the outcome of bets, adding excitement to the betting experience.