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NBA Championship Odds & Favorites 2025: Celtics, Thunder Lead the Pack
The Boston Celtics and Oklahoma City Thunder sit as favorites to win the 2024-25 NBA Championship a few weeks into the season.
by Matthew Winick
NBA
NBA Coach of the Year Odds 2025: Redick Surges To Become Among New Favorites
Though standing as the least experienced coach in the NBA, Lakers bench boss JJ Redick has become one of the early favorites for 2024-25 NBA Coach of the Year.
by Matthew Winick
NBA
NBA Defensive Player of the Year Odds 2025: Holmgren Closes Gap on Wembanyama
Despite Victor Wembanyama remaining as the favorite for the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award, fellow sophomore Chet Holmgren is knocking on the door.
by Matthew Winick
NBA Best Bets
Raptors vs. Clippers NBA Player Prop Bets & Odds Tonight
We're targeting a couple of Clippers who are taking advantage of new opportunities this season as they face the listless Raptors on Saturday.
by Zachary Hanshew
76ers vs. Lakers NBA Player Prop Bets & Odds Tonight
The 76ers hang around Los Angeles for a tilt against the Lakers on Friday, but will they be able to hang around in the game while missing key starters?
by Esten McLaren
Suns vs. Mavericks NBA Player Prop Bets & Odds Tonight
Who will shine as the Mavs look to overcome a stiff challenge from the Suns on Friday night?
by Zachary Hanshew
Timberwolves vs. Bulls NBA Player Prop Bets & Odds Tonight
There's appealing value on a Jaden McDaniels prop as part of our Timberwolves vs. Bulls NBA Player Prop Bets.
by Shane Jackson
76ers vs. Clippers NBA Player Prop Bets & Odds Tonight
With Joel Embiid still out, will Andre Drummond step up for the 76ers' showdown with the Clippers on ESPN?
by Shane Jackson
Warriors vs. Celtics NBA Player Prop Bets & Odds Tonight
Two star-laden teams square off in Boston when the Golden State Warriors visit the Celtics, but will the stars shine bright?
by Zachary Hanshew
Nuggets vs. Timberwolves NBA Player Prop Bets & Odds Tonight
How big of a chip will Nikola Jokic have on his shoulder as he tries to extract revenge for his Nuggets loss to the Timberwolves in the playoffs last season?
by Zachary Hanshew
Magic vs. Cavaliers NBA Player Prop Bets & Odds Tonight
In a rematch of last season's Eastern Conference first-round playoff series, we like two Overs and an Under for our Magic vs. Cavaliers NBA player props.
by Shane Jackson
NBA Futures Picks
NBA MVP Odds 2025: SGA Favorite for 1st Time in Career; Tatum Surging for C's
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the NBA MVP favorite entering November after finishing second last year.
by C Jackson Cowart
NBA Cup Odds 2024: Celtics Remain Favorites for 2nd In-Season Tournament
After winning the NBA Finals last season, the Boston Celtics lead the pack in the 2024 NBA In-Season Tournament odds.
by Matthew Winick
NBA Rookie of the Year Odds 2025: Favorite Edey Cements Top Spot
The NBA Rookie of the Year odds remain heavily in the favor of Memphis Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey.
by Matthew Winick
2025 NBA Rookie of the Year Predictions & Odds: UConn Duo in Best Situation to Win Open Race
Unlike last year, the NBA Rookie of the Year race for the 2024-25 season is wide open. We look at our favorite players to back for the award this year.
by Rob Paul
2024 NBA Play-In Tournament Odds & Schedule: Lakers, Warriors, 76ers Among Teams in Play-In
The NBA Play-In Tournament field is set with the Warriors, Lakers, and 76ers among the eight teams taking the court for a chance at the playoffs.
by Rob Paul
NBA Clutch Player of the Year Odds 2025: Stephen Curry Co-Favorite to Repeat in Crowded Field
Stephen Curry won this award last year and enters the 2024-25 NBA season tied atop the leaderboard with a handful of intriguing candidates days ahead of the new campaign.
by Matthew Winick
NBA Defensive Player of the Year Odds 2025: Holmgren Closes Gap on Wembanyama
Despite Victor Wembanyama remaining as the favorite for the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award, fellow sophomore Chet Holmgren is knocking on the door.
by Matthew Winick
NBA Coach of the Year Odds 2025: Redick Surges To Become Among New Favorites
Though standing as the least experienced coach in the NBA, Lakers bench boss JJ Redick has become one of the early favorites for 2024-25 NBA Coach of the Year.
by Matthew Winick
NBA Sixth Man of the Year Odds 2025: Monk Ahead Of Pack to Begin Season
After Kings guard Malik Monk fell just short of the Sixth Man of the Year award last year, he leads the pack in a loaded 2024-25 field.
by Matthew Winick
NBA Most Improved Player Odds 2025: Victor Wembanyama Head & Shoulders Over Crowded Field
The massively hyped San Antonio Spurs star is the favorite to win the award after making incredible strides during his rookie season.
by Matthew Winick
2024 NBA Draft Betting Odds: Lakers Heavy Favorites to Select Bronny James
The first round of the 2024 NBA Draft is behind us, but one prominent name remains on the board. When will Bronny James be drafted?
by Rob Paul
FIBA World Cup Odds & Favorites 2023: Germany and Serbia Clash for FIBA World Cup Gold Medal
Get our latest 2023 FIBA World Cup odds with a look at the favorites, contenders, and long shots worth backing.
by Jon Metler
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2024-25 NBA Season
Opening night of the regular season kicks off Oct. 22.
The second edition of the NBA Cup in-season tournament will begin Nov. 12 with the finals held on Dec. 17.
The NBA Playoffs are scheduled to begin April 19 following the conclusion of the play-in tournament (April 15-18).
2025 NBA Playoffs
The season will again wrap up with a Play-In Tournament that will include the teams with the 7th-highest through the 10th-highest winning percentages in each conference. The seven seed in each conference will host the eight seed, while the nine seed will welcome the 10th seed.
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