Definition: In sports betting, a "handicapper" is someone who specializes in predicting outcomes of sporting events based on statistical analysis and historical data. They are often employed by bookmakers or other sports organizations to provide predictions for upcoming games. Handicappers typically use sophisticated computer models and statistical algorithms to analyze large amounts of data from various sources such as match reports, statistics, and news articles. They create a range of different betting odds based on these inputs and then use their expertise to make informed decisions about
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