What is the Difference Between DraftKings SGP and SGPx?

As an experienced DFS and sports betting enthusiast, I get asked often: what‘s the difference between DraftKings‘ Same Game Parlay (SGP) and Same Game Parlay Extra (SGPx) options? And more importantly, how can you utilize these innovative bets to maximize value?

I‘m here to break it all down for you.

Let‘s start with the key definitions:

Same Game Parlay (SGP) – A bet that combines multiple wagers from the same game into a single parlay. For example, betting on the spread, total points, and a player prop in an NFL game.

Same Game Parlay Extra (SGPx) – A parlay that combines multiple SGP bets on different games into one mega parlay.

So in short – SGP gives you flexibility within one game, while SGPx links SGPs across multiple games.

Placing Your First SGPx Bet

DraftKings makes building an SGPx simple:

1. Log into your account on the DraftKings sportsbook
2. Construct an SGP bet for Game 1 by combining bets on spreads, totals, props etc.
3. Build another SGP bet for Game 2 in the same way
4. Head to your betslip and make sure "Combine Same Game Parlays" is enabled
5. That‘s it! Your separate SGPs automatically merge into one SGPx ticket.

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Much like combining parlays boosts your payouts, chaining multiple SGPs together hugely juices your odds.

Let me demonstrate the math on a 4-leg SGPx:

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As you can see, linking standard -110 SGPs can return 6x your money or more! Of course, the more legs you add, the longer the odds…

Correlating SGP Bets to Increase Winnability

Now, I don‘t recommend loading up 10+ leg SGPx tickets on a lark. Those face astronomical risk.

However, by correlating your SGP bets, you can build 4-6 leg SGPx‘s with solid win potential.

The key is to find natural overlaps between your SGPs to connect your outcomes.

For example, an NFL SGPx could combine:

• 49ers moneyline
• 49ers over 24.5 points
• Deebo Samuel over 5.5 receptions
• George Kittle anytime TD

Here we have overlapping reliance on the 49ers offense – raising our chances of threading the needle on all legs.

Sharp bettors use this "game theory" approach to squeeze out an edge on SGPx odds.

And while 6-legs is still volatile, it‘s far more palatable than 10+.

SGPx Betting Strategy and Tips

Through hundreds of SGP and SGPx bets, I‘ve developed a few best practices:

• Start small. Get a feel before upping size.
• Go for 4-6 legs max until experienced.
• Mix in correlated player prop and game totals legs.
• Consider moneyline legs as safer building blocks.
• Balance risk by limiting cross-sport SGPx‘s.

The beauty of DraftKings SGPx betting is the customization. You control the risk-reward profile through leg choice and bet sizing.

However, one word of caution – sportsbooks hate losing big on parlays.

String together enough winning SGPx‘s, and DK will restrict your limits. So don‘t go crazy right off the bat.

SGPx vs. Competitors – Who Does it Best?

DraftKings kicked off the SGP trend, but competitors are catching up with their own twists.

FanDuel‘s "Same Game Parlay Plus" mirrors SGPx capability. PointsBet also offers shooter-style parlays.

But from my testing, DraftKings still reigns supreme in same game parlay functionality. Their breadth of offerings and correlations is unmatched.

I‘ll continue playing SGP and SGPx at DK over any other sportsbook.

In the end – rather than chasing 14-leg lotto parlays, focusing on well-built 4-6 leg SGPx bets unlocks immense upside. Correlate your picks, run solid game theory, and profits await!

Let me know if you have any other SGPx questions. Until next time, bet smart and tail safely!