DFS and Betting Terminology Glossary

DFS – Abbreviation for Daily Fantasy Sports. Daily/weekly redraft leagues and/or contests.

Fade – a strategy that involves intentionally avoiding a player.

Juice – The commission or cut a sportsbook takes from every bet.

Min-Max – A multi-entry strategy where the maximum number of entries is entered by an individual.

Parlay – combining two or more bets, for increased payout odds.

Units – The measurement of a bet in sports betting. Typically equal to 1% of a bankroll.