What Wise Guy means
Wise guy is an older slang term, closely related to "sharp," for an experienced, well-informed bettor - the term predates modern sports betting media and betting apps, and is still used casually, particularly among older bettors and in traditional Vegas sportsbook culture.
Key points
- Wise guy is an older slang term, closely related to "sharp," for an experienced, well-informed bettor - the term predates modern sports betting media and betting apps, and is still used casually, particularly among older bettors and in traditional Vegas sportsbook culture.
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In practice
Wise guy is an older slang term, closely related to "sharp," for an experienced, well-informed bettor - the term predates modern sports betting media and betting apps, and is still used casually, particularly among older bettors and in traditional Vegas sportsbook culture.
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