The 2024-25 NBA regular season has concluded, setting the stage for the playoffs. In the Western Conference, the Golden State Warriors landed in the play-in tournament after a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, while the Denver Nuggets secured the No. 4 seed. The Minnesota Timberwolves clinched the No. 6 spot and will face the Los Angeles Lakers in the playoffs. In the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers hold the No. 1 seed, with the Boston Celtics as the defending champions and the New York Knicks aiming to challenge them.
The Oklahoma City Thunder lead the title favorites at BetMGM, followed by the Celtics and the Cavaliers. The playoffs draw significant betting interest, with various matchups and odds available for betting enthusiasts. Notable play-in games include the Atlanta Hawks vs. Orlando Magic and the Memphis Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors. The betting splits indicate strong preferences among bettors for certain teams in these matchups, highlighting the anticipation surrounding the NBA playoffs.