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Lakers or Fakers? Is LA's Contending Window Over?

After a dismal beginning to the 2022-23 NBA season, is it fair to ask whether or not the Los Angeles Lakers contending window has now closed? According to the betting markets, the Lakers have continued to see their NBA Championship odds fall, which aligns with their level of play.

BetMGM Sportsbook Insights: L.A. Lakers Futures

  • Line movement (Last week, current): +1800 to +8000
  • Ticket%: 10.0%
  • Handle%: 18.4%

Lakers Continue to Drop After Poor Start

Even after picking up their first victory of the season on Sunday night against the Denver Nuggets, the Los Angeles Lakers have continued to see their NBA Championship odds drop on the BetMGM Sportsbook.