NBA Odds & Fixtures: Compare Betting Prices by Sportsbook
NBA odds vary from one sportsbook to the next, and on a full slate those price gaps decide whether a moneyline or parlay is worth taking. Below we compare NBA betting odds on upcoming fixtures, list current NBA winner odds (championship futures), and show which licensed US sportsbooks post the sharpest prices based on our sampled margin data. Sports betting in the US is regulated state by state, so availability depends on where you are — the minimum age is 21 in every regulated state.
Upcoming matches
Upcoming NBA fixtures odds
These are the best available moneyline prices we have for the next NBA slate, with the sportsbook posting each price. Odds move as tip-off approaches, so treat these as a snapshot for comparison rather than a locked line.
- Detroit Pistons vs Boston Celtics — Pistons 1.83 (FanDuel), Celtics 2.05 (BetMGM)
- New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers — Knicks 1.61 (BetMGM), 76ers 2.72 (FanDuel)
- San Antonio Spurs vs Oklahoma City Thunder — Spurs 1.83 (DraftKings), Thunder 2.10 (Caesars)
- Orlando Magic vs Atlanta Hawks — Magic 1.74 (DraftKings), Hawks 2.14 (DraftKings)
- Washington Wizards vs Milwaukee Bucks — Wizards 1.42 (DraftKings), Bucks 2.95 (DraftKings)
- Brooklyn Nets vs Charlotte Hornets — Nets 2.42 (DraftKings), Hornets 1.59 (DraftKings)
- Miami Heat vs Minnesota Timberwolves — Heat 1.93 (FanDuel), Timberwolves 2.05 (DraftKings)
- New Orleans Pelicans vs Indiana Pacers — Pelicans 2.36 (DraftKings), Pacers 1.62 (DraftKings)
- Memphis Grizzlies vs Utah Jazz — Grizzlies 2.24 (DraftKings), Jazz 1.68 (DraftKings)
- Houston Rockets vs Dallas Mavericks — Rockets 1.32 (DraftKings), Mavericks 3.50 (DraftKings)
The NBA favourites on this card include the Rockets (1.32 vs Dallas) and the Wizards at home (1.42 vs Milwaukee). Shorter-priced favourites leave little room for value, which is why the underdog side is often where line shopping pays off — for example the Mavericks at 3.50 or the Bucks at 2.95.
NBA winner odds (championship outright)
NBA outright odds — the market for the title winner — are where prices differ most between books, because a full season of variance is baked into every number. Below are the best NBA winner odds we have, each sampled across three sportsbooks:
- Oklahoma City Thunder — 3.60 (BetMGM)
- San Antonio Spurs — 3.80 (FanDuel)
- New York Knicks — 10.5 (FanDuel)
- Philadelphia 76ers — 11.0 (FanDuel)
- Boston Celtics — 15.0 (BetMGM)
- Denver Nuggets — 26.0 (BetMGM)
- Cleveland Cavaliers — 31.0 (BetMGM)
- Detroit Pistons — 31.0 (BetMGM)
- Minnesota Timberwolves — 31.0 (FanDuel)
- Toronto Raptors — 31.0 (BetMGM)
The Thunder and Spurs sit at the front of the NBA outright odds market. On these futures, BetMGM and FanDuel post the top price on most selections in our sample — but a fraction of a point on a long-shot like the Cavaliers or Raptors at 31.0 matters far more than on a short favourite, so it is worth checking two or three books before you lock in a season-long ticket. See more in futures odds and market movers.
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Market Movers
| Events | Opening | Current | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatMiami Heat v Minnesota Timberwolves · BetMGM | 1.69 | 1.83 | ▲ 8.3% |
| Philadelphia 76ersNew York Knicks v Philadelphia 76ers · BetRivers | 2.70 | 2.50 | ▼ 7.4% |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesMiami Heat v Minnesota Timberwolves · BetMGM | 2.20 | 2.05 | ▼ 6.8% |
| New York KnicksNew York Knicks v Philadelphia 76ers · BetMGM | 1.61 | 1.54 | ▼ 4.3% |
| Golden State WarriorsLos Angeles Lakers v Golden State Warriors · Caesars Sportsbook | 2.48 | 2.58 | ▲ 4.0% |
Which sportsbook prices NBA odds best
We sample prices across markets to measure two things: how often a book posts the best available price (best-price share) and its average margin (the built-in house edge — lower is better for bettors).
- DraftKings — best-price share 54.0%, average margin 4.25% (1,066 prices sampled). Tops both metrics in our data.
- Fanatics Sportsbook — best-price share 41.8%, margin 4.24% (466 sampled). Lowest margin in the sample.
- Caesars Sportsbook — best-price share 36.4%, margin 5.28% (904 sampled).
- FanDuel — best-price share 36.0%, margin 4.45% (594 sampled).
- BetRivers — best-price share 28.0%, margin 6.36% (478 sampled). Widest margin here.
- BetMGM — best-price share 19.5%, margin 5.21% (436 sampled).
Editorial read: DraftKings leads our sampled NBA-relevant price data and carries our highest odds rating in that group among the sharpest books, which lines up with it posting most of the best prices on the fixture list above. Fanatics is worth a look for low margins despite thinner market coverage. bet365 holds our highest odds rating overall (8.8) and top market coverage (9.6), though it was not part of this particular price sample. Prices shift constantly, so no single book wins every line — that is the whole case for comparing.
Editorial ratings: who fits which NBA bettor
Our operator scores are editorial ratings out of 10 across odds, markets, app, payments, withdrawals, safety and support. All operators below are licensed by state regulators.
- bet365 — odds 8.8, market coverage 9.6, app 9.3, live 9.4. Features include Live Betting, Cash Out, Bet Builder and Live Streaming. Choose if you want the deepest NBA market menu and in-play streaming.
- DraftKings — odds 7.9, app 9.2, features 9.0. Same Game Parlay, Cash Out, Fast Payout, Live Streaming. Choose for sharpest sampled NBA pricing and strong SGP tools.
- FanDuel — odds 7.8, app 9.3, live 8.9. Same Game Parlay, Cash Out, Fast Payout, Live Streaming. Choose for a polished app and competitive outright prices.
- BetMGM — odds 7.6, app 8.8. Top price on several futures in our sample. Avoid if you only chase best-price share on game lines (19.5% here).
- Caesars Sportsbook — odds 7.5, safety 9.2. Solid all-rounder; margin runs higher than DraftKings/FanDuel.
- BetRivers — odds 7.4, withdrawals 8.6. Best withdrawal rating in this group, but widest sampled margin (6.36%).
- ESPN BET — odds 7.3, app 8.6. Same Game Parlay and Cash Out; lighter market depth.
- Fanatics Sportsbook — odds 7.4, lowest sampled margin. Fast Payout listed; no Cash Out in its feature set.
- Hard Rock Bet — odds 7.3, withdrawals 8.3. Same Game Parlay and Fast Payout.
Compare all of these side by side in our comparisons hub or browse every operator in all bookmakers.
Payments, withdrawals and apps
Every operator here lists a $10 minimum deposit and a stated withdrawal window of 0–24 hours, with iOS and Android apps available.
Payment options vary by book. PayPal and Online Banking are supported across the board. Venmo is listed at bet365, DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, ESPN BET, Fanatics and Hard Rock Bet. Play+ appears at DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars and BetRivers, while Visa is listed at bet365 and FanDuel. Match your preferred method first — see PayPal betting sites, Venmo betting sites or Play+ betting sites.
Fast Payout is a listed feature at DraftKings, FanDuel, BetRivers, Fanatics and Hard Rock Bet. For in-play NBA betting, Live Betting is available at all nine, and Live Streaming is listed at bet365, DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM and Caesars.
State licensing and legal play
US sports betting is regulated state by state. An operator licensed in New Jersey by the DGE is not automatically legal in another state — availability, minimum age and rules depend on your state regulator, such as the New York State Gaming Commission, Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board or Michigan Gaming Control Board.
Regulated states covered here include New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Colorado, Ohio, Illinois, Arizona, Virginia and Massachusetts. The legal minimum age is 21. Before betting NBA odds, confirm the book holds a licence in your state — check our legal betting sites United States guide. Our safety references are limited to the licence status shown in operator data; we do not run first-hand deposit or withdrawal tests.
FAQ
Where can I find the best NBA odds?
In our sampled price data, DraftKings posted the best available price most often (54.0% best-price share) with the lowest average margin (4.25%) among the sharper books, followed by Fanatics on margin. bet365 carries our highest odds rating (8.8) and deepest market coverage. Because lines move constantly, comparing two or three books per game is the reliable way to catch the best price.
What are the current NBA winner odds?
The Oklahoma City Thunder (3.60 at BetMGM) and San Antonio Spurs (3.80 at FanDuel) head the NBA outright market in our data, ahead of the Knicks (10.5), 76ers (11.0) and Celtics (15.0). Long-shots such as the Cavaliers, Pistons, Timberwolves and Raptors sit around 31.0. Prices are sampled across three books and change over the season.
Which team is the biggest NBA favourite on the upcoming slate?
On the listed fixtures, the Houston Rockets are the shortest moneyline favourite at 1.32 against Dallas (DraftKings), with the Washington Wizards next at 1.42 versus Milwaukee. Short favourites offer thin value, so the underdog side is often where line shopping helps.
Is NBA betting legal in my state?
It depends on your state. US sports betting is licensed state by state, so a book legal in New Jersey may not operate in your state. Regulated markets include New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Colorado, Ohio, Illinois, Arizona, Virginia and Massachusetts. The minimum age is 21. Confirm the operator is licensed by your state regulator before betting.
Can I stream NBA games at these sportsbooks?
Live Streaming is a listed feature at bet365, DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM and Caesars Sportsbook. All nine operators listed support Live Betting for in-play NBA wagering. Streaming availability can depend on your state and account eligibility set by the operator.
Which sportsbook pays out NBA winnings fastest?
Every operator here states a 0–24 hour withdrawal window. Fast Payout is a listed feature at DraftKings, FanDuel, BetRivers, Fanatics and Hard Rock Bet. On our editorial withdrawal ratings, BetRivers (8.6) and DraftKings (8.9) score highest in this group. We report stated times only and do not test withdrawals ourselves.