The Los Angeles Lakers experienced a significant surge in their championship odds on ESPN Bet following a blockbuster trade for Luka Doncic.
Their title odds shifted dramatically from +4000 to +1600, elevating them to the sixth-best title odds in the league. This substantial improvement reflects growing confidence in the Lakers’ ability to contend for a championship with Doncic in the lineup.
Their chances of capturing the Western Conference title also saw a sharp improvement, tightening from +2500 to +850.
As expectations for the team rose, the Lakers’ projected season win total increased from 45.5 to 48.5 victories, signaling a belief that the addition of Doncic could lead to a significant boost in regular-season success.
Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks saw their championship prospects take a hit following their acquisition of Anthony Davis. The team’s title odds lengthened from +2500 to +3300, suggesting skepticism about their immediate ability to contend for a championship.
Similarly, their odds of winning the Western Conference stretched from +900 to +1600, indicating reduced expectations for their playoff success despite the addition of a top-tier talent in Davis.
Lakers' Title Odds Shorten From +4000 To +1600 Following Luka Doncic Trade https://t.co/NnuzFLG1mm
— RealGM (@RealGM) February 2, 2025
