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The Los Angeles Lakers are considered the betting favorite to win the 2021 NBA championship.

The defending champions made some impressive moves in free agency and start their effort to repeat from pole position.

The Brooklyn Nets, Los Angeles Clippers, Milwaukee Bucks and Boston Celtics trail the Lakers in the Top-5.

The Lakers and the Clippers will clash in the NBA season opener on December 22.