NBA Championship Odds: Knicks Boosted by Karl-Anthony Towns Trade
The New York Knicks are close to completing a significant trade that would send Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo to the Timberwolves in exchange for Karl-Anthony Towns, as initially reported by The Athletic.
This trade will see Randle and DiVincenzo moving to Minnesota, with Towns arriving in New York. Along with players, the Knicks will also include a first-round pick for 2025, a valuable asset that could influence the Timberwolves’ future.
Karl-Anthony Towns was the first overall pick in the 2015 NBA draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has dedicated his career to the Timberwolves, earning four All-Star selections and two All-NBA nods. Towns averages 22.9 points and 10.8 rebounds per game. This deal would be a return home for Towns, who grew up near New York City.
Prior to this trade news, the Knicks’ championship odds were +900 on September 25. However, following the announcement of the trade possibility, their odds of winning the NBA title this season have improved to +700, bringing excitement to the New York fan base.
2024/25 NBA Championship Odds
Odds as per BetMGM on Sept. 28:
- Boston Celtics: +325
- Oklahoma City Thunder: +675
- New York Knicks: +700
- Philadelphia 76ers: +1000
- Minnesota Timberwolves: +1000
- Dallas Mavericks: +1100
- Nuggets: +1150
- Milwaukee Bucks: +1400
- Phoenix Suns: +1500
- Cleveland Cavaliers: +3500
