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OddsShopper Community FAQ: Get Help on Strategy, Portfolio EV and Everything In Between

Updated May 16, 2025 | 7:57 am CDT by Sam Smith

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Why are certain +EV bets appearing and disappearing from the Portfolio tool, especially right before games start?

This is due to a known issue where games that move to “live” status cause phantom EV spikes. Once the status shifts, the tool may briefly misread the lines before updating. A refresh typically clears it. Devs are working on a more permanent fix.

Why did a bet from Onyx or another book take me to the wrong line (e.g. the under instead of the over)?

There was a mapping bug that affected certain player names (e.g. “Over” in a name). This has been resolved, but if you notice any lingering issues, report them immediately in Discord or via .

Is there a way to filter out MLB bets that are close to game time?

Yes, you can set custom filters to exclude bets under a specific time threshold. Many s recommend avoiding bets within an hour of game start time to avoid volatility and line movement.

Betting Strategy & Tool Tips

Is PrizePicks the best pick’em platform to use with Portfolio EV?

Yes, PrizePicks s deep linking and is widely used in the community. States vary in availability — if PrizePicks isn’t legal in your state, Underdog, PrizePicks Arena and Sleeper are alternatives depending on location.

What are optimal pick’em strategies using the EV tools?

Most s recommend playing +EV-only slips, using one slip per day and letting the pick’em builder do the work. Multisport slips are common, and the key is to not tweak the optimizer settings too much — trust the model.

What’s the max entry size on PrizePicks?

It varies by state, but most s report $20 to $25 max per slip. Some s report being limited to lower amounts, especially after a hot streak.

What are the best Portfolio settings right now?

Some recent winners have used OS Rating of 1 and EV of 1 for volume, while others shift to OS Rating of 4 and EV of 2 for more conservative picks. It’s advisable to monitor your book’s results and adjust accordingly.

Variance, Tilt & Frustration

What’s going on with MLB? I was winning for months and now it’s all red.

You’re not alone. Many s reported abrupt cold streaks since early May. Some chalk it up to MLB volatility and the end of high-volume NBA slates. While variance is a reality in betting, the dev team is investigating possible data or modeling shifts post-update.

Has something changed with the tool that caused recent losses?

Multiple s have speculated about a tool update around the end of April. It may coincide with the seasonal shift, but it’s under review. Transparency and from s are critical during these periods.

Miscellaneous

Are WNBA props available yet?

Not yet. Portfolio tools will activate WNBA with the start of the regular season, not preseason.

How do I link my Discord to my OddsShopper ?

Link your here to get access to subscriber-only channels.

Why can’t I track Nevada books in pick tracking apps like Pikkit?

Unfortunately, most pick trackers don’t Nevada sportsbooks. This limits the ability to measure CLV or fully track ROI on those books.

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