In a powerful display, the New York Knicks ousted the reigning NBA Champion Boston Celtics during Game 6, capturing the attention of both actor Timothée Chalamet and sports betting analysts.
Prior to Friday’s matchup, the Knicks were listed with odds of +550 at DraftKings to clinch the NBA championship, but following their resounding 119-81 victory over the Celtics, concluding the series 4-2, their odds have improved to +360 at DK. The Knicks now progress to the Eastern Conference finals to face the Indiana Pacers, where they are also favored.
Knicks vs Pacers Betting Odds
At DraftKings, the Knicks are positioned as a -135 favorite to overcome the Pacers in the ECF. Meanwhile, the Pacers, who dispatched the top-seeded Cavs in five games during their semifinal series, are listed as +115 underdogs at DraftKings.
For the NBA Finals, the Pacers stand at +600 according to DK, trailing behind the Knicks, Thunder (+135), and Timberwolves (+425). The only team with less favorable odds than the Pacers are the Nuggets at +950.
The opening game of the ECF is set for Wednesday, May 21. The Knicks have been established as a -3.5 point home favorite with -112 odds at DraftKings. Their moneyline odds stand at -166 against +140 for the Pacers. The over/under for the game is set at 222.0 points.
Last year, the Pacers ousted the Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Following significant off-season acquisitions of Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, the Knicks showcased a higher competitive edge, evident in their dominant Game 6 performance against a depleted Celtics squad.
During the second quarter, New York’s robust defense helped them establish a commanding lead, which ballooned to over 40 points in the third quarter, effectively sealing the victory. Among the most thrilled spectators was Chalamet, who has been a regular fixture courtside during the Knicks’ playoff games at home.
The Thunder have maintained their status as the top favorites to win the NBA Championship from the beginning of the playoffs. They are set to confront the Nuggets in Game 7 of the Western Conference semifinals, significantly favored, especially with the potential absence of Aaron Gordon due to a hamstring injury.
Below are the complete NBA Championship odds from DraftKings.
- Oklahoma City Thunder +130
- New York Knicks +360
- Minnesota Timberwolves +425
- Indiana Pacers +600
- Denver Nuggets +950
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