| Outcome | Probability | Yes Bid | Yes Ask | 24h Change | Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York wins 1st half | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| New Orleans wins 1st half | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
| Tie | 0% | 0¢ | 0¢ | — | $0 | Trade → |
This market asks which side — New Orleans or New York — will be leading at the game's official halftime, with a third outcome for a tied halftime. It matters because first-half results isolate early-game performance and can move differently than full-game outcomes.
First-half markets focus solely on the score at the sport's official halftime as recorded by the league or venue; the market lists three possible outcomes (New Orleans, New York, or a tie). Factors such as starting lineups, coaching tendencies for fast/slow starts, and recent team form tend to drive first-half performance and are often tracked by traders.
Market prices reflect collective expectations about which team will lead at halftime; consult the market page for the live price and the official rules that determine settlement. Pay attention to the listed close time and any official scoring definitions used for this event.
The outcome that matches the official halftime score wins: the New Orleans outcome if New Orleans is leading at official halftime, the New York outcome if New York is leading, or the tie outcome if the score is level at official halftime. Settlement follows the market's official rules and the league's recorded halftime score.
The market's close time is listed on the market page and will be set before the game; it typically closes prior to kickoff or at a specified pre-game time. Check the market page for the announced close time and any updates that may appear as kickoff approaches.
Settlement uses the game's official score as recorded by the league or the venue's official statisticians; the market follows those official scorers and any league rulings that affect the halftime score.
Late scratches or unexpected lineup changes can materially alter first-half expectations because they affect early-game matchups and play-calling; traders typically react to official injury reports, coach announcements, and confirmed starting lineups once released.
If the official halftime score is tied, the tie outcome is the winning outcome in this three-way market. Payouts and settlement follow the market's posted rules, so review those rules for any additional details on ties or exceptional circumstances.