Thunder Lead NBA Championship Betting Odds Ahead of Playoffs
The Oklahoma City Thunder are the betting favorites to win the NBA Finals at +110 odds, according to DraftKings. The San Antonio Spurs and Boston Celtics follow at +500 and +550, respectively, with the Denver Nuggets at +900. Betting trends show significant public interest in the Spurs and Celtics due to their improved performance during the season.
espn.comThe Oklahoma City Thunder enter the NBA playoffs as the favorites to win the championship, with odds of +110 at DraftKings. The San Antonio Spurs are listed at +500, the Boston Celtics at +550, and the Denver Nuggets at +900. The Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks follow at 17-1 and 18-1, respectively.
Significant betting action has focused on the top teams, though the Thunder and Nuggets are not major liabilities for sportsbooks due to their consistent short odds throughout the season.
Betting Trends and Liabilities
At BetMGM, the Thunder represent a favorable outcome for the sportsbook in the futures market.
BetMGM sports trader Anthony Parenti stated that among contenders, the Thunder are the best result for the sportsbook.
Key Facts
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5 events- 2026-04-18
DraftKings lists Thunder as +110 favorites for NBA Finals, with Spurs at +500 and Celtics at +550.
1 sourceESPN - April 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves odds lengthen to 100-1 after first-round matchup with Nuggets is set.
1 sourceESPN - 2025-26 season
Spurs have breakout season following Victor Wembanyama's healthy performance.
1 sourceESPN - Pre-2025-26 season
DraftKings assigns Spurs 65-1 odds and Celtics 60-1 odds for championship.
1 sourceESPN - 2023
Spurs draft Victor Wembanyama first overall.
1 sourceESPN
Potential Impact
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Increased betting on Spurs and Celtics could lead to higher liabilities if they advance.
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Sportsbooks may adjust odds further based on playoff outcomes, affecting betting volumes.
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Lakers' popularity may sustain betting interest despite long odds.
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Teams like Hawks and 76ers might see more action if they perform well early.
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Thunder's favorable position could stabilize futures market for sportsbooks.
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