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The NBA season is heating up, and with the All-Star break behind us, the race for the championship is in full swing. Several major moves have shifted the betting landscape, particularly at BetMGM, where line movement, betting percentages, and liabilities reflect growing confidence in certain teams. Notably, the <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/depth-chart/los-angeles-lakers-depth-chart">Los Angeles Lakers</a> and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/depth-chart/golden-state-warriors-depth-chart">Golden State Warriors</a> have significantly impacted the title race with blockbuster trades. At the same time, the <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/depth-chart/boston-celtics-depth-chart">Boston </a><a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/depth-chart/boston-celtics-depth-chart" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celtics </a>and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/depth-chart/cleveland-cavaliers-depth-chart">Cleveland Cavaliers</a> continue to surge in both performance and betting action.
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<h2>BetMGM NBA Insights: Championship</h2>
With the latest trades and on-court performances influencing the betting market, here’s a breakdown of the key trends at BetMGM.
<h2>Line Movement (Open to Now)</h2>
<ul>
<li>Boston Celtics: +310 to +225</li>
<li>Cleveland Cavaliers: +5000 to +800</li>
<li>Los Angeles Lakers: +2500 to +1400</li>
</ul>
Boston has solidified itself as the title favorite, while Cleveland’s rise has been one of the most remarkable betting shifts of the season. Meanwhile, the Lakers&#8217; odds have shortened dramatically following their acquisition of <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/luka-doncic/3200" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Luka Dončić</a> from the <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/depth-chart/dallas-mavericks-depth-chart" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dallas Mavericks,</a> showing increased confidence from both bettors and bookmakers.
<h2>Highest Ticket% (Bet Count Share)</h2>
<ul>
<li>Celtics – 14.1%</li>
<li>Lakers – 13.1%</li>
<li>Cavaliers – 10.7%</li>
</ul>
Boston remains the most popular pick among bettors, but the Lakers are gaining traction, with 13.1% of total bets placed on them, partially due to the Dončić trade and their strong momentum heading into the second half of the season.
<h2>Highest Handle% (Total Money Wagered)</h2>
<ul>
<li>Celtics – 16.6%</li>
<li>Nuggets – 12.6%</li>
<li>Lakers – 12.1%</li>
</ul>
The 2023 champion <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/depth-chart/denver-nuggets-depth-chart">Denver Nuggets</a> maintain strong backing, but the Lakers’ rise into the top three for handle percentage signals bettors’ growing belief in their ability to make a deep playoff run.
<h2>Biggest Liability (Teams with the Most Potential Payout Risk)</h2>
<ul>
<li>Lakers</li>
<li>Warriors</li>
<li>Mavericks</li>
</ul>
The Lakers and Warriors have become the two largest liabilities for sportsbooks. Golden State’s acquisition of <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/jimmy-butler/3153">Jimmy </a><a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/jimmy-butler/3153" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Butler </a>from the <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/depth-chart/miami-heat-depth-chart">Miami Heat</a>, paired with <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/draymond-green/2858">Draymond Green</a>’s bold All-Star Weekend statement that the Warriors will win the title, has led to increased action on their championship odds. Meanwhile, Dallas remains a major liability despite trading Dončić, as bettors still see them as a sleeper team in the Western Conference.
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<h2>Lakers’ Blockbuster Trade Boosts Their Betting Interest</h2>
The Lakers&#8217; trade for Luka Dončić has completely reshaped their title aspirations. By sending <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/anthony-davis/3010">Anthony Davis</a> to the Mavericks, the Lakers added a generational playmaker who has fit seamlessly into their system. With Dončić alongside <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/lebron-james/2994">LeBron James</a>, the Lakers have surged, winning 10 of their last 12 games heading into the All-Star break.
This momentum has translated into betting action, pushing their title odds from +2500 to +1400, making them one of the biggest movers in the market. The Lakers now rank second in total bets placed and third in handle percentage, showing bettors’ increasing confidence in their ability to make a deep playoff push.
<h2>Warriors Shake Up the West with Jimmy Butler Trade</h2>
The Golden State Warriors made a major move by acquiring Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat. This trade gives the Warriors another elite two-way player to pair with freshly minted ASG MVP <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/stephen-curry/2861">Stephen Curry</a> and the high-energy Draymond Green. Butler’s defensive presence and clutch playmaking give Golden State a much-needed edge in a stacked Western Conference.
Adding to the intrigue, Draymond publicly declared on TNT during All-Star Weekend that the Warriors WILL win the championship, creating even more betting excitement. This may have led to increased action as one of BetMGM’s biggest liabilities. Bettors are banking on Golden State’s championship experience and Butler’s impact to propel them back to contention.
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<h2>Celtics and Cavaliers Continue to Dominate the East</h2>
While the Lakers and Warriors have made waves in the Western Conference, the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers remain the top betting options in the East.
The defending champs, led by <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/jayson-tatum/3075">Jayson </a><a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/jayson-tatum/3075" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tatum </a>and<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/jaylen-brown/3080" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Jaylen</a><a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/jaylen-brown/3080"> Brown</a>, have maintained their dominance with the second-best record in the East. Their odds have shortened from +310 to +225, making them the clear title favorites at BetMGM. Boston also leads all teams in both bet count (14.1%) and total money wagered (16.6%), further solidifying their status as the team to beat.
The Cavaliers have seen the most dramatic odds shift of any team, moving from +5000 to +800. Their young core, led by <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/donovan-mitchell/2826">Donovan </a><a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/donovan-mitchell/2826" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mitchell </a>and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nba/players/darius-garland/2827">Darius Garland</a>, has emerged as a legitimate title contender. With an improving defense and strong depth, Cleveland is quickly becoming a dark horse in the championship race.
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The NBA title race is as wide open as ever, with key trades and rising teams shaking up the betting market. The Lakers&#8217; acquisition of Luka Dončić and the Warriors’ addition of Jimmy Butler have positioned them as major threats in the West, while Boston and Cleveland continue to dominate the East.
As the second half of the season unfolds, bettors should keep an eye on line movements and team performances, as further shifts in momentum could create new betting opportunities. One thing is certain: the 2024-25 NBA season is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable and exciting in recent memory.
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