| Outcome | Probability | Yes Bid | Yes Ask | 24h Change | Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles C wins the 1H by over 8.5 points | 0% | 2¢ | 39¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Minnesota wins the 1H by over 4.5 points | 0% | 2¢ | 48¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Minnesota wins the 1H by over 10.5 points | 0% | 0¢ | 47¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Los Angeles C wins the 1H by over 11.5 points | 0% | 0¢ | 45¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Minnesota wins the 1H by over 16.5 points | 0% | 0¢ | 24¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Los Angeles C wins the 1H by over 5.5 points | 0% | 2¢ | 47¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Minnesota wins the 1H by over 7.5 points | 0% | 2¢ | 42¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Los Angeles C wins the 1H by over 2.5 points | 0% | 41¢ | 45¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Los Angeles C wins the 1H by over 14.5 points | 0% | 0¢ | 32¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Minnesota wins the 1H by over 1.5 points | 0% | 39¢ | 44¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Minnesota wins the 1H by over 13.5 points | 0% | 0¢ | 36¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
This market lets traders take positions on the first-half point spread between Minnesota and Los Angeles C for the first half of the game. It matters because first-half spreads isolate early-game performance, lineups and strategies that can differ substantially from full-game dynamics.
The market presents multiple discrete spread outcomes (11 listed) that correspond to different halftime margins; traders buy and sell those outcomes as new information arrives. Early-game rotation choices, matchups, travel and recent form typically drive first-half outcomes more than full-game trends, and this specific market is listed on KALSHI with a closing time marked as TBD.
Prices in this market summarize trader expectations about which side will lead or cover the listed spreads at halftime; higher prices indicate stronger market demand for a particular spread outcome. Interpreting prices should focus on how they move when new information (lineup news, injury reports, travel updates) becomes available rather than on any single snapshot.
Each outcome corresponds to a specific first-half point spread or margin scenario; an outcome pays if the halftime score satisfies that spread condition. The set of outcomes covers discrete margins so traders can express views on a range of possible halftime results.
The market lists its close as TBD; the platform will publish the final closing time ahead of the event. Typically first-half markets close before the game or at tipoff per platform rules, so check KALSHI for the confirmed cutoff.
Starting lineup changes matter a lot for first-half lines: the presence or absence of primary ball-handlers, defensive stoppers or high-usage scorers can shift expected halftime margins. Update your view when rotations change or minutes are reduced for key players.
Head-to-head first-half history can provide context about matchup advantages, but it is often a small sample and should be weighed alongside recent first-half form, roster changes, and coaching strategies. Emphasize recent patterns and matchup-relevant tendencies over distant results.
Traders incorporate late news into prices quickly; if trading remains open the market price(s) should move to reflect the new information. If the platform enforces a cutoff at tipoff, some late announcements may be reflected only by post-trade settlement rules or by the available set of outcome prices leading up to the close.