The NBA's Fascinating Season: Surprises, Favorites and Betting Insights
A look at the NBA season's betting highlights, including top teams and players.

The 2024-25 NBA regular season was full of surprises and betting thrills. The Oklahoma City Thunder emerged as the best bet, covering the spread in 68.3% of games. In contrast, the Philadelphia 76ers struggled, covering only 34.1%. The Los Angeles Lakers became a sensation after trading for Luka Dončić. Meanwhile, teams like the Portland Trail Blazers and Detroit Pistons were pleasant surprises. Among players, LeBron James and Dončić were highly bet on, along with stars like Nikola Jokic, Jayson Tatum, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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