The NBA is the rare league where one player can dramatically shift the title expectations of an entire franchise in a single offseason. It doesn’t often happen as fast with the new players entering via draft, but the hope is that they expedite the process. Which is why the lottery is so important.
Whether Paolo Banchero or Jaden Ivey, or any of the other top picks can be that player remains to be seen. But it’s never too early to take a look at championship odds to see what the oddsmakers think.
Here’s a look at where each team stands after the draft, with odds from Tipico Sportsbook.
2022-23 NBA Championship Odds
Below are the teams that have seen their odds change from just a week ago after the NBA Finals, most of which are minimal and not likely reflections of the draft. For example, the Spurs’ odds actually grew longer despite three first-round picks, all of which received a grade of A- or better in For The Win’s draft tracker. That movement is likely more a reaction to Dejounte Murray trade rumors than anything.
- Warriors odds grew from +480
- Nets odds grew from +650
- Clippers odds shortened from +700
- Bucks odds shortened from +750
- Cavs odds shortened from +10000
- Spurs odds grew from +20000
- Pacers odds grew from +30000