- Boxing odds have Teofimo Lopez as a -850 favorite taking on Jamaine Ortiz as a +510 underdog.
- Can “The Takeover” sustain his dominant comeback with a defining victory in 2024 against Ortiz?
- See the best bets and latest odds for Lopez vs Ortiz below.
Lopez and Ortiz are set to headline this Thursday’s event in Vegas, airing live on ESPN just three days prior to the local Super Bowl. The 140 lb world title bout seeks to capitalize on the increased viewership during this time.
Reports suggest that Keyshawn Davis vs. Jose Pedraza, originally set for this month, is now a co-feature on the Lopez vs. Ortiz card. We dive into the current Lopez vs Ortiz betting odds and props for this upcoming bout.
Lopez vs Ortiz Odds
| Boxer | Odds |
| Teofimo Lopez | -850 |
| Jamaine Ortiz | +510 |
These opening odds from FanDuel Sportsbook suggest that Lopez is heavily favored to win the match. A bet of $850 on Lopez would be required to win $100, indicating that he is expected to win with high probability. Conversely, a bet of $100 on Ortiz would yield a $510 profit if he were to win, reflecting his underdog status.
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Best Prop Bets for Lopez vs Ortiz
- Ortiz wins by TKO/KO or DQ: +1100
- Lopez wins by TKO/KO or DQ: +182
For Ortiz to win by TKO/KO or DQ, the implied probability is roughly 8.33%, while for Lopez, it’s approximately 35.42%. The odds suggest that Lopez is more likely to secure a victory through knockout or disqualification compared to Ortiz.
Moving on to decisions:
- Ortiz wins by decision: +800
- Lopez wins by decision: -114
The implied probability for Ortiz winning by decision is around 11.11%, while for Lopez, it’s about 53.33%. The odds indicate that a decision victory for Lopez is more likely than for Ortiz.
Now, let’s explore the rounds:
- Over 10½ rounds: -235
- Under 10½ rounds: +180
The implied probability for the fight going over 10½ rounds is approximately 70.03%, while the probability of it ending in under 10½ rounds is around 35.71%. The odds favor a longer fight.
To delve deeper into round-specific outcomes, here are a few examples:
- Fight ends in round 1: +5000
- Fight ends in round 7-9: +480
- Lopez wins in round 3-4: +1700
These bets provide various options for round-specific outcomes, each with its own implied probability. For instance, a bet on the fight ending in round 1 would suggest a low likelihood, while a bet on Lopez winning in rounds 3-4 indicates a relatively higher probability.
Lopez vs Ortiz Betting Prediction
The return of the ‘Takeover’ is making waves once again, and despite being just 26 years old, Lopez has already accomplished a remarkable amount. With a professional record of 19 victories, 1 defeat, and 0 draws, he has secured 13 of those wins through knockout. Lopez is renowned for his power and athleticism, maintaining an impressive 68% knockout rate.
Lopez is coming off a dominant showing over Josh Taylor at 140 lbs, where Lopez was the betting underdog. His career-best performance remains his unanimous decision victory over Vasiliy Lomachenko. On the other hand, Jamaine Ortiz, 27 years old, has a record of 17 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw, with 8 of those wins by knockout.
Ortiz has a 47% knockout percentage, suggesting that Lopez may have a power advantage in this matchup. Ortiz most recently took a unanimous decision over Antonio Moran in September 2023.
Despite his loss to Lomachenko, Ortiz gave a commendable performance that showcased his potential at the top level.
In terms of style, both fighters fight out of an orthodox stance. Lopez has a slight edge in professional experience, having fought 4 more professional rounds than Ortiz (113 to Ortiz’s 109).
Ortiz has shown that he can challenge top-level fighters on speed and technicality, as seen in his fight against Lomachenko.
Given their records and recent performances, this fight promises to be a competitive and exciting matchup. Lopez’s power and experience might give him an edge, but Ortiz’s technical skills and speed should not be underestimated and he’s a live underdog going into this fight.
Betting Pick: Lopez by Decision.
