Jun 21, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics player Jayson Tatum holds the Larry OBrien trophy during the Boston Celtics Championship parade. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

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2025 NBA Championship Odds : Who is going to win it all ?

Jun 21, 2024; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics player Jayson Tatum holds the Larry OBrien trophy during the Boston Celtics Championship parade. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

The Boston Celtics’ title defense begins this Saturday, with the Thunder obviously entering as the main favorite for the 2025 NBA championship. But beware—surprises can happen, and the other teams have their eyes firmly set on the Larry O’Brien Trophy.

Boston, of course, won’t be left behind: the reigning champions are fully committed to defending their crown as they chase a 19th NBA title in franchise history. But in the Eastern Conference, the Cavaliers, Knicks, and Pacers are also ready to shake things up.

Out West, the Rockets—who finished second in the regular season to everyone’s surprise—have no intention of stopping now. And let’s not forget, LeBron James would love to add another ring to his collection, especially with the help of new teammate Luka Doncic. The Nuggets and Clippers will be just as dangerous.

Unless the surprise comes from the play-in?

2025 NBA Championship Odds

Team	Odds
Thunder	+185
Celtics	+200
Cavaliers	+550
Lakers	+1000
Warriors	+1400
Clippers	+2500
Knicks	+3500
Nuggets	+3500
Timberwolves	+5500
Rockets	+8000
Pacers	+10000
Bucks	+15000
Grizzlies	+25000
Pistons	+30000
Hawks	+100000
Bulls	+100000
Heat	+100000
Magic	+100000
Mavericks	+100000
Kings	+100000

Credit Photo : Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

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