As the 2024-25 NBA season approaches, DraftKings Sportsbook has released betting odds, with the Boston Celtics leading as strong favorites following a dominant campaign. Several teams, including the Oklahoma City Thunder and New York Knicks, are also positioned for strong runs after impactful offseason moves. Fans can expect an exciting season of competition with significant opportunities for bettors to explore.
Below is a breakdown of the New York Knicks’ betting odds on DraftKings Sportsbook for the NBA Finals, conference titles, and more, with top contenders and surprises spread across both conferences.
New York Knicks
NBA Finals Winner: +850
Eastern Conference Winner: +400
Regular Season Wins O/U: 56.5 (Over: -115, Under: -105)
Most Regular Season Wins: +850
Conference Seeding O/U: 3.5 (Over: +150, Under: -180)
To Participate In The Play-In: +600
Make Playoffs: Yes: -5000, No: +1800
The Knicks are entering the new season with immense potential after winning 50 games last year, reaching the Eastern Conference Semifinals, and reinvigorating a fan base hungry for success. Jalen Brunson led the way, averaging All-NBA numbers, while the team made key in-season additions like OG Anunoby, which kept them competitive. However, Julius Randle’s late-season injury slowed their playoff momentum.
In the offseason, the Knicks made even bigger moves. They traded for Karl-Anthony Towns, a needed addition to the frontcourt, offering much-needed shooting range and stability. Mikal Bridges was also brought in, costing five future first-round picks, but the move strengthened their defense and added offensive firepower. These moves, combined with the re-signing of Brunson and Anunoby to team-friendly extensions, cement the Knicks as serious contenders.
Rookie Tyler Kolek, the No. 34 pick, joins a team with a deep roster. Mitchell Robinson’s health will be a key focus as the center returns from injury and looks to anchor a defense that will need to face elite bigs like Joel Embiid and Kristaps Porzingis in the East. The Knicks’ combination of stars like Brunson, Towns, Anunoby, Bridges, and Josh Hart makes them a formidable force with a chance to challenge the Celtics for supremacy in the Eastern Conference.
With +850 odds to win the NBA Finals and +400 to win the East on DraftKings Sportsbook, New York is poised to make a deep playoff run. Their +850 odds for most regular-season wins and 56.5 regular-season win total further underscore their potential as one of the top teams in the league. The Knicks are built for both half-court and fast-paced styles, making them a legitimate threat to go the distance this season.
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