Barely enough time has passed between the Los Angeles Lakers winning the NBA championship and the preparation for next season getting underway.
While the LA Lakers continue to celebrate another championship victory, team executives and personnel have turned the calendar over to the 2021 season. Included in the list of people focusing on next season are the bookmakers. Yes, early odds have been released for the 2020-21 NBA champion.
※ Current Odds Date & Time: October 14th, 9:00 A.M. (EST)
Online bookmaker William Hill has the Lakers at +350 to win the NBA Championship.
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Lakers find themselves with the best odds to win next season. After their dominance in the postseason, the Lakers enter 2021 listed at +350 to win the NBA championship.The Golden State Warriors made a significant jump in odds compared from last season to the upcoming season. One of the worst teams in the NBA last season, Golden State is listed at +700 to win the title next season. Golden State owns better odds than the Toronto Raptors (+2000), Boston Celtics (+1200) and Denver Nuggets (+1500).Miami turned heads with their playoff run inside the bubble and their starting odds reflect that. Miami is a talented team and is destined for success, but is listed at (+1300) to win in 2021. Only the Bucks, Nets and Celtics have better odds in the Eastern Conference.
Dallas had their hearts broken in the bubble last season. Listed at +2000 to win the NBA championship, it’s going to be a tough road ahead for the Mavericks – especially in the Western Conference.
Other notable teams include the 76ers (+2500), Rockets (+3000) and Jazz (+2500).
The NBA title is currently held by the Lakers. Will they be able to win consecutive titles in 2021?
