3x3 Basketball betting is popular due to the fast-paced nature of the game. Three players on each team battle to score points in a single hoop played on half the court of a standard basketball game.
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3x3 Basketball Overview
Casual basketball games played in the streets and local neighbourhoods gave birth to 3x3 basketball, which is now recognised as an official game in major tournaments. FIBA, the International Basketball Association, standardised the rules for 3x3 basketball around 2009.
The game involves two teams of three players, with one substitute on the sidelines. All 3v3 basketball matches end in 10 minutes, or when one of the teams scores 21 points. This makes waiting for 3x3 basketball betting results much quicker than in other sports.
Interesting 3x3 Basketball Results
3v3 Basketball is a relatively new sport. Therefore, there have been only a few games in major competitions. However, the first game to draw interest from international teams came with a twist for Russia.
After the team was suspended from participating, the players registered to compete under the ROC Committee instead of playing as a national team. ROC then won silver in the men's and women's categories.
The ROC men's team lost to Latvia in the finals. The thrilling match ended in regular time, and Latvia scored 21 to win gold, leaving ROC with silver in second place with 18 points. The USA women's team beat ROC in a cutthroat final.
Serbia's men's team has a record of six wins in the FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup, the latest of which was in 2023. Playing against Lithuania, the team won the final by a close call, scoring 22 points, while the second-placed team lost with 20 points.
How to Bet on 3x3 Basketball
Just like the game, 3x3 basketball betting is simple. When placing' Outright' bets on 3x3 basketball matches, the aim is to predict the winning team in regular time and overtime. A look at 3v3 basketball odds on betting sites gives an overview of teams' performances over the last games played, injuries, and strength.
Experienced bettors can wager on more advanced metrics like 'Handicap' and 'Total Points.'
Outright Bets
Based on regular and overtime in 3x3 basketball, 'Outright' bets give you a choice between the two participating teams, with odds below each team's name. You can use historical analysis and read up on news affecting a team's performance to make the right choice. After that, tap or click on the team likely to win to add it to your bet slip.
Handicap Bets
Bookies set odds with a virtual advantage for the weaker team in 3x3 basketball 'Handicap' bets. Winning a bet placed on a team's handicap requires the team to lose with the margin indicated in the 'Handicap' odds. For instance, you could bet that a weak team will lose with a +1.5 handicap.
The losing team must be behind by two or more points for you to win.
Total Points Over/Under
3x3 basketball betting on 'Total Points' depends on the cumulative points of the teams in a match. The basketball betting bookmaker decides on a specific number of points for each game, and you wager on whether the total points will be over or under the number below.
Differences Between 3x3 Basketball and Regular Basketball
3x3 basketball is a simpler, faster, and more sensational form of regular basketball. The court size in 3x3 basketball measures approximately 11 metres by 15 metres, while regular basketball is played on a court measuring 28 metres by 15 metres.
Three players per team on the smaller court compete to score points by getting the ball in the same hoop, while five players per team try to beat the other team by getting the ball through each player's hoop on the bigger court.
Regular basketball games run for 40 minutes, while all 3v3 basketball matches are set to run for 10 minutes. Following this, 3x3 basketball teams rely on an individual player's ability rather than a combined team's efforts.
Team coaches for regular basketball can offer advice and boost players' morale when they call for time outs since they are allowed to sit on the sidelines during a game. On the contrary, 3x3 basketball coaches are not allowed near the court when the game starts.
3x3 Basketball Betting Tips
Keep up with the latest news about team performance and player injuries to make informed choices when placing bets on 3x3 basketball. With a plethora of information sites available to highlight player statistics, a team's head-to-head stats, etc., at your disposal, use this information to place the right bet. While at it, you need to compare 3x3 basketball odds offered by different bookmakers and stick with betting sites that offer the best odds on all 3x3 basketball matches.
2024 Men's 3x3 Basketball
Men's 3x3 basketball teams will meet in various tournaments in 2024. Latvia has demonstrated great sportsmanship this season but failed to defend their title, losing by a close call to Lithuania in a bronze title match that ended 18 to 21. France and the Netherlands faced each other in a thrilling 3x3 basketball final match that ended with the Netherlands taking the gold medal and France settling for the silver medal. Only one point separated the winning team from the losing team, with the final scores at the end of the 10-minute period being 18 for the Netherlands and 17 for France.
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