The dust has slowly begun to settle on the NBA’s free-agency period, so now feels like a good time to check in on the league’s 2022-23 NBA Championship futures. Specifically, three teams who are woefully disrespected by oddsmakers. This is not to imply that these clubs are legitimate title contenders. Instead, their chances of winning are well beyond the level their current odds suggest.
Let’s start in sunny California, where a particular team’s prospects appear to be on the rise.
Sacramento Kings
NBA Championship Odds: +49000
The Kings have failed to make the postseason for 16 years, but that streak may finally end following what has quietly been a solid offseason.