| Outcome | Probability | Yes Bid | Yes Ask | 24h Change | Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✓ Over 105.5 1H points scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Resolved |
| ✓ Over 108.5 1H points scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Resolved |
| ✓ Over 111.5 1H points scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Resolved |
| ✓ Over 114.5 1H points scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Resolved |
| Over 117.5 1H points scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 120.5 1H points scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 123.5 1H points scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 126.5 1H points scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Over 129.5 1H points scored | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
This market asks whether the combined points scored by New Orleans and Detroit in the first half of their matchup will fall into one of the listed ranges. First-half totals matter because they isolate early-game pace and strategy, which can differ from full-game scoring.
Background context depends on which sport and season this matchup falls in, but first-half totals typically reflect teams' early-game rotations, opening matchups, and coaching tendencies. Historical scoring between these franchises, recent offensive and defensive form, and venue (home/away, indoor/outdoor) all shape expectations. Because the market has multiple discrete outcome ranges, traders can express nuanced views about the likely first-half scoring band.
Market prices reflect the crowd’s consensus about which first-half scoring range is most likely; treat them as a real-time aggregation of information rather than fixed predictions. Always cross-check market movements with late-breaking items like injuries or starting-lineup announcements before the game.
It measures the combined points scored by both teams during the first half of the game (the first two quarters in basketball or the first two quarters/first half in other sports); check the market's terms on KALSHI to confirm whether overtime is excluded (typically it is).
This market offers nine mutually exclusive outcome ranges that partition possible first-half combined scores; each outcome corresponds to a specific scoring band listed on the platform and only one outcome will resolve as correct after the first half ends.
Key updates occur in the 24 hours leading up to the game but especially in the final hours: official starting lineups, injury reports, late scratches, and any announced rotational changes tend to drive the largest adjustments in first-half expectations.
Past first-half scoring between these teams can reveal matchup tendencies—such as one team consistently starting faster or exploiting a particular defensive weakness—but prioritize recent games and roster continuity because personnel and coaching changes materially alter relevance.
Absences of each team’s primary scorers, starting point guard or lead playmaker, or expected defensive stopper are the most consequential because they change early rotations and tempo; monitor pregame reports for any confirmed out players or shifted starters.