2025 NBA Championship Odds - NBA Betting Done Right

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We've gone balls deep into giving our basketball lovers something to bet on 24/7, 365 days a year, for the 2025 NBA Championship. Rivalry's revolutionized, user-friendly platform make NBA betting simple and fun through the regular season and NBA Finals. Customize odds format, enjoy live betting with real-time updates, and use our in-platform player stats to make informed decisions.

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What is the NBA?

For those new to the NBA, here's a quick rundown: The NBA (National Basketball Association) is the premier professional basketball league in the United States, featuring 30 teams divided into two conferences: Eastern and Western. Known for its thrilling on-court action, global stars like LeBron James and Stephen Curry, and high-level competition, the NBA is a favorite for sports betting enthusiasts.

The NBA typically follows this yearly format, outlined below:

• Regular Season (October–April): Each team plays 82 games to determine standings and playoff seeding.
• Play-In Tournament (April): Teams ranked 7th-10th in each conference compete for the final playoff spots.
• Playoffs (April–June): A best-of-seven elimination tournament featuring 16 teams (8 per conference).
• NBA Finals (June): The conference champions face off to crown the NBA champion.

This unique competition structure guarantees ample betting opportunities throughout the season and even in the offseason, meaning the NBA basketball betting action never stops.

Understanding NBA Betting Lines

As passionate basketball fans, we recognize the value of every league, but the NBA stands out as the biggest and most popular basketball league globally. NBA odds reflect the likelihood of various outcomes, such as the NBA championship winner, match results, total points scored, first basket, division winners, and individual player performances.

If you’re new to NBA betting, it’s essential to understand the different types of bets available. Let’s explore these options for the 2025 NBA Championship and what they mean.

NBA Moneyline

An NBA moneyline bet requires the bettor to select the outright winner of a particular matchup without any point spread involved. Almost every game has an underdog and a favorite. The latter is the team expected to win the match, while the underdog team is expected to lose. You can tell which team is the favorite and the underdog by their betting odds, depending on which odds format you've selected.

At Rivalry, we offer the following odds formats for moneyline betting at the bottom of the odds page. You can also check out this guide to find out how to read NBA odds correctly.

• American Format Odds: These odds are displayed with a plus and minus sign. The favorite is indicated by a minus sign (-), while the underdog will have a plus sign (+).
• Decimal Odds (European, Hong Kong, Indonesian, Malaysian): These betting odds are displayed as decimal points, representing the total payout for a winning bet. The favorite will have a lower number, hovering around 1, while the underdog will be a much higher number.
• Fractional Odds: These NBA odds are reflected as fractions, with the smaller number meaning a higher likelihood of that outcome occurring. The favorite will be higher, like 1/2, whereas the underdog team will be lower, like 10/1.

NBA Prop Bets

An NBA proposition bet, otherwise known as props or prop bets, is about specific events in the game. These bets come in three types: player props, team props, and game props, ideal for fans who closely follow their favorite players or teams.

• Player props allow you to bet on individual performances from stars like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Jayson Tatum, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis, Nikola Jokić, or Jimmy Butler.
• Team props let you wager on team-specific outcomes for franchises like the Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, Dallas Mavericks, Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, or Boston Celtics.

NBA Point Spreads

The point spread is a handicap set by sportsbooks to level the playing field between two teams, also called the margin of victory bet. It involves wagering on whether a team will win or lose by a specific number of points.

To "cover the spread," the chosen team must exceed the point margin. For example, if the Boston Celtics are favored to win by 5 points and they beat the Chicago Bulls by 5 or more, they cover the spread, resulting in a winning bet. Conversely, if the Bulls lose by 4 or fewer points or win outright, they cover the spread.

NBA Futures

NBA futures bets are exactly what they sound like: it involves predicting an outcome in advance, typically involving moneylines. Examples of futures bets in the NBA include who will win the 2025 NBA Championship, reflecting each team's betting odds to win. NBA futures bets typically have high payouts with the best NBA Finals odds, as they're hard to calculate.

NBA Parlays

An NBA parlay bet lets you place multiple bets in a single bet slip at the same time, increasing their payouts. This means big $$$ if you manage to get these right at a relatively low stake. However, it's risky. If you miss even one bet, your entire bet will be forfeited and lost. You can correctly guess four out of five outcomes, and you'll still lose. However, if you want to go balls to wall you can expect a big payout if you win with our impressive NBA futures odds.

NBA Overs/Unders

Overs/Unders, or NBA Totals, are another common NBA bet seen with most popular NBA betting sites. Betting Over/Under can mean deciding if both teams reach a combined score that aligns with the total assigned by the bookmakers. The winner or loser of the game is irrelevant with this betting line. The sports bettors should only be concerned with the combined points scored in total.

NBA Live Betting

Live bets are the best bets for NBA, allowing you to watch the game unfold in real-time while placing bets with up-to-date odds. whether it's during the NBA Finals or regular season.

You can place live bets on Moneyline bets, Point Spreads, Over/Unders, Props, and more—essentially any type of bet, but after the game has started. Keep in mind that odds change rapidly during live games, so quick reactions are key to securing the best value.

All NBA Teams

When considering the 2025 NBA Championship and NBA title odds, you'll need to know all the teams competing in the NBA. Don't worry, we've broken all the NBA teams down according to Western and and Eastern Conference, in order of their current win-loss record. Will the Boston Celtics win the NBA Championship title once again? Only time will tell.

Eastern Conference

• Cleveland Cavaliers
• Boston Celtics
• New York Knicks
• Orlando Magic
• Miami Heat
• Atlanta Hawks
• Detroit Pistons
• Brooklyn Nets
• Charlotte Hornets
• Indiana Pacers
• Milwaukee Bucks
• Chicago Bulls
• Toronto Raptors
• Washington Wizards
• Philadelphia 76ers

Western Conference

• Golden State Warriors
• Oklahoma City Thunder
• Houston Rockets
• Los Angeles Lakers
• Denver Nuggets
• Phoenix Suns
• Memphis Grizzlies
• Los Angeles Clippers
• Dallas Mavericks
• Minnesota Timberwolves
• Sacramento Kings
• San Antonio Spurs
• Portland Trail Blazers
• New Orleans Pelicans
• Utah Jazz

Why Choose Rivalry As Your NBA Betting Site?

Rivalry is a licensed sports betting site governed under the oversight of the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission and iGaming Ontario, ensuring a 100% legal, safe, and player-focused experience.

Need further convincing? Here are seven reasons to choose Rivalry as your ultimate destination for NBA sports betting. After all, seven is a lucky number, right?

Licensed & Regulated

Founded in 2018, Rivalry is a leading global sportsbook for NBA online betting, trusted by millions. Fully licensed and regulated by the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission and iGaming Ontario, we meet strict standards for security, fairness, and responsible gambling. Our licenses ensure that NBA betting on Rivalry is 100% safe and legal, giving you complete peace of mind while you enjoy the action.

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Depositing and withdrawing at Rivalry is quick, secure, and hassle-free, with 24/7 access to various banking options protected by 128-bit SSL encryption. We support fiat methods like Skrill, MuchBetter, Visa, Mastercard, and bank transfers.

As a crypto-friendly platform, we also accept major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Tether (USDT), offering near-instant transactions, lower fees, and enhanced security. Compatible crypto wallets include MetaMask, Coinbase, and Trust Wallet, with over 400 supported options.

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Looking for NBA-specific bonuses? Rivalry has you covered! Enjoy cashback, deposit bonuses, and a generous welcome offer—100% of your first deposit (up to $100) when you create an account. Keep an eye on our promotions page for boosted NBA bets, exclusive offers, and more.

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Earn NUTZ with Every NBA Bet

Rivalry offers more than your bog-standard sportsbook bonuses and promotions. We want you to feel special when betting with us. That's why we reward you with NUTZ for every bet, win or lose.

What are NUTZ, I hear you ask? Good question. NUTZ are our native cryptocurrency, which will have real benefits once they've officially launched. Unlike other altcoins, NUTZ will have genuine utility (think Bitcoin or Ethereum). This means you can HODL your NUTZ like a squirrel in the winter and watch their value creep up! Other benefits of NUTZ include:

• Boosted Bets
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• The more NUTZ you collect, the higher the rakeback percentage
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Collecting NUTZ puts the power into your hands. Whatever you decide to do with your NUTZ is your business; no judgment here. 

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Rivalry's entire online sportsbook and 400+ casino games are mobile-optimized, with user-friendly UI and fast loading times. You can easily place NBA bets anytime, anywhere, no matter where you are. Although you don't have to download additional apps to place bets, we offer two free-to-download Rivalry apps for iOS and Android. Try them and see what you think!

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NBA Betting Tips

Betting on NBA games can be exciting yet overwhelming, especially if you've never done it. Not to worry! We'll break down our best NBA betting advice so you can start winning big alongside your favorite players.

Do Your Homework

It may sound boring, but approaching NBA sports betting with a strategic mindset is critical. The NBA championship odds/trends reflect that the Western Conference have won 16 of this century's 25 NBA Championship, with 2024 being won by the Boston Celtics, which is something you should take into account.

Currently, reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics continue to be the favorites in the NBA Finals odds for futures and likely to lift the Larry O'Brien trophy once again, but it's still early days. Their most recent victory was also their 18th title, tipping in 2025 NBA odds in their favor ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers.

Doing appropriate research into relevant factors like team performance, recent form, head-to-head records, specific player stats, and recent injuries can be the difference between scoring a win or going home with nothing. You can use analytics tools and news pages to stay updated with all the latest happenings in the NBA scene.

Look For Hidden Value

It's tempting, but avoid going straight for your favorite team or player, especially if they're super popular, like the Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, or Steph Curry. Emotions can cloud your judgment and result in losing money. Instead, search for value in less-hyped match-ups, which could be hiding the best betting odds. Who knows, you could score a huge potential payout if you correctly predict the outcome.

Manage Your Bankroll

Responsible gambling is the cornerstone of all NBA betting sites, prioritizing player safety. As such, you should always carefully manage your betting budget and only gamble with disposable income—never with funds needed for essentials like rent, bills, or food. Rivalry provides responsible gambling resources and tools, so you can set deposit limits, loss limits, or freeze your account.

Ready to Start Betting?

Whether you're chasing those player props or flexing your winning bet to your friends, Rivalry has you covered for the best NBA championship odds from tip-off to the final buzzer. Who will win the NBA next? Get your crystal ball out and make your Rivalry predictions now, with the best NBA game odds on the Internet.

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NBA Betting FAQ

Where to bet on NBA?

While there are many NBA betting sites out there offering NBA odds, no one does it like Rivalry! Our platform is regulated under the oversight of the Isle of Man Gambling Supervision Commission, a reputable authority in the online gambling scene. We offer exclusive welcome bonuses, live NBA odds, and player stats!

How does NBA betting work?

NBA betting involves placing wagers on various NBA game outcomes, with the best NBA odds available on Rivalry. Moneyline bets are simple—you pick which team will win. Point spread bets involve predicting the margin of victory. Over/Under bets focus on the total points scored in a game. You can also bet on individual player stats through Player Props or long-term outcomes like the championship with futures bets, with crazy-good betting odds.

How to bet on NBA playoffs?

Betting markets for the NBA playoffs and NBA Finals odds will be available closer to the time (around April 2025), so keep checking our page to find out more. 

Where can I watch the NBA live?

You don't want NBA FOMO! If you subscribe to the NBA League Pass, you'll be able to catch all NBA matches live and on-demand for the entire season and off-season. Cable TV is also a go-to option for sports fans in the Canada, with channels like TSN and Sportsnet offering live games all season long.

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