The fourth edition of the NBA Cup is in full swing, and if you’re looking at the odds as of November 10, the Boston Celtics are absolutely DOMINANT at -230 to win their group, making them the clear frontrunners for the entire tournament at +330. They are tearing it up, starting 2-0 in group play, and it feels like everyone else is playing catch-up already.
The Green Machine Looks Unstoppable
The Celtics’ 2-0 start in Group C East isn’t just good, it’s lights-out. Their -230 odds to win the group are wild, showing just how much belief there is in them right now. They’re not just favorites for their group, they’ve jumped to +330 to take home the whole NBA Cup. Who else is in the mix for the overall trophy? The Spurs are right behind them at +360, followed by the Thunder at +600, the Pistons at +900, and the defending champion Nuggets at +1100. But let’s be real, seeing the Celtics with those kind of odds so early tells you everything you need to know about their form. They are on a mission to add the Cup to their trophy case.
Group Play Heating Up: Who’s Making Moves?
While the Celtics are flexing, other teams are making their own pushes in group play. In Group A East, the Pistons are 1-0 with +105 odds to advance, with the Magic also 1-0 at +160. Over in Group B East, the Cavaliers are leading their group at 1-0 with +145 odds, just ahead of the Heat who are also 1-0 at +325.
Out West, things are just as intense. The Nuggets, despite being Cup champions, are 1-0 in Group A West with -120 odds, but the Mavericks are actually 2-0 at +220, making that group super interesting. In Group B West, the Thunder are 1-0 and -210 favorites, while the Wolves are surprisingly strong at 2-0 with +200 odds. And finally, in Group C West, the Spurs are 1-0 and -130 to win their group, with the Warriors also 1-0 at +500. Every game matters right now, and you can see the urgency from these teams trying to grab those early wins.
Cup History: What It Means for the Future
We’ve had three NBA Cups already, and each one saw a different champ. LeBron James’ Lakers took the inaugural title, then Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks in year two, and Jalen Brunson’s Knicks in year three. And here’s a wild fact: the West team that played in the NBA Cup championship in the past two seasons actually made it to the NBA Finals too. Last season, the New York Knicks pulled off the ultimate double-dip, winning both the Cup and the NBA Finals. The Cup MVPs have been absolute legends: James, Antetokounmpo, and Brunson, all with at least one NBA title and one NBA Finals MVP under their belt. So, yeah, this tournament isn’t just for show. It’s a serious predictor of who’s ready to go all the way.
As group play continues, every possession counts. These teams are battling not just for the Cup, but for momentum that could carry them deep into the season. Keep your eyes peeled, because the competition is absolutely fierce!
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Originally reported by Fox Sports.
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