In more detail, once a point is set in the game of Craps, players can place additional bets known as “odds” on top of their original pass line or don’t pass bets. These odds bets have no house edge, meaning they are paid out at true odds, making them more favorable for the player. For example, if the point is 6, the player can back their pass line bet with an odds bet, receiving higher payouts if a 6 is rolled before a 7.
Down with odds Example
For instance, if a player bets $10 on the pass line and later decides to back it with $20 in odds after a point of 6 is established, the total amount at risk is $30. If a 6 is rolled before a 7, the player would win the pass line bet at even money ($10) and the odds bet would pay out at 5 to 6, resulting in an additional $20 win.