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As the new NBA season approaches, the popularity of the game is gradually increasing. Major platforms have released their latest championship odds lists one after another. Many established players are on the list, and there are also some dark horse newcomers.

Below, based on the latest data from the website, we will take a look at the top ten favorites to win the championship, and break them down one by one to see who is the truly confident championship team? Who is the traffic paper tiger who has been pushed to the forefront?

No.1 Thunder (+220)

The defending champion Thunder tops the list without any suspense.

Alexander has firmly established himself as the MVP. Jaylen Williams and Chet continue to grow in the new season. The biggest weapon of this team is the youthful energy and the chemical reaction of the core lineup. The average age of the core lineup is less than 26 years old. Although there were no major moves in the offseason, the championship lineup maintained its integrity.

It is not surprising that the odds are first, but the question is, can the young team withstand the relaxation after winning the championship? Can a long-lost consecutive championship dynasty be established? This is the biggest test before them in the new season.

No.2 Cavaliers (+700)

For many fans, the Cavaliers have made people anxious to wait and have disappointed for two consecutive years. However, after retaining the core lineup, they still go straight to second place in the odds list in the new season.

The three-core lineup of Mitchell, Mobley, and Garland is still complete. In the offseason, Lonzo Ball and several immediate substitutes were added, and the depth of the lineup has increased significantly. But there are also many questions from the outside world. Can coach Atkinson's on-the-spot playoff scheduling really drive the team? Can deputy attacker Garland change his mentality and grow up so that he no longer misses the ball at critical moments?

Judging from these hidden dangers, the second place in odds may be slightly overestimated, but to be honest, the Cavaliers do have the potential to turn around as a dark horse.

No.3 Nuggets (+800)

The Nuggets' advantage is simple: they have Jokic.

But the team's problems are equally obvious: Jokic's side is not supported enough, Murray's health is unstable, and the team's bench is losing firepower. But fortunately, the management made a bold move during the offseason and acquired Cameron Johnson, Bruce Brown, Hardaway Jr., and Valanciunas, greatly increasing the thickness of the rotation.

After the lineup has been strengthened, new coach Adelman's tactical adjustments have naturally become another highlight. How to quickly integrate new players into the team system? How to reduce Jokic's burden? These are questions to be verified. Of course, this does not affect the fact that the Nuggets are still the team with the most complete championship puzzle.

No.4 Knicks (+900)

Since their rise, the Knicks have been widely optimistic.

The star quality of Brunson, the core of the team, is becoming more and more stable. Hart and Anunoby maintain the team's defensive lower limit. They also locked Bridges' long-term contract before, and the starting lineup is stable enough. The biggest change came from the dismissal of coach Thibodeau and the appointment of new coach Mike Brown. Can a new coach with a different style adjust quickly? Can Brunson really carry the team?

The Knicks want to go further and prove that they are not limited to the regular season.

No.5 Rockets (+1100)

The Rockets had a series of dramas during the offseason. First, Durant joined and shocked the league, and then the main player VanVleet retired due to injury. The season suffered a blow before it even started.

The young core members of the team, including Amen and Smith, are growing rapidly. Shen Jing also made a killing in the European Cup during the offseason. New coach Uduka's defensive system is stable and powerful, and the Rockets' overall lineup has excellent potential. But at the same time, the problem is also obvious. Durant is 37 years old, and Finney Smith may also miss the start of the season due to injury. Although the team is strong on paper, its health is still a hidden danger.

No.6 Lakers (+1100)

The Lakers renewed Doncic's contract during the offseason and welcomed Ayton and Smart.

Judging from the lineup on paper, the defensive shortcomings of the inside and outside lines have been strengthened, but can the problems of an aging lineup and unstable outside lines be alleviated? Veteran James still occupies the core position in the team, and Doncic is still waiting to take over. For this team to truly become stronger, it will take some time to test and run in.

No.7 Timberwolves (+1500)

For the current Timberwolves, they are a typical high-risk, high-reward team.

The team's defense is still at the top of the league. Gobert's frame protection and McDaniels' outside defense are both strong strengths. And Edwards has officially taken over the team. But judging from the failures in recent seasons, who can stand up when Edwards is double-teamed? This is still a question mark.

The team's offensive stability is insufficient, which is also the source of the huge gap between the Wolves' upper limit and lower limit. The team made no major reinforcements during the offseason, and also lost Alexander Walker. The depth of the rotation was obviously damaged. How far they can go in the new season depends largely on how much their young strength can grow.

No.8 Magic (+1800)

The Magic spent heavily during the offseason, paying a huge bargaining chip of four first-round picks + swap rights in exchange for Bane. At the same time, Banchero was renewed with a maximum salary, basically determining the team's future core team.

Before this, the Magic's defense was already solid enough. Now with the dual core of Banchero + Bane on the offensive end, there is a chance to go further in the new season. But the question is, can Banchero continue his growth progress? Can he break through the scoring ceiling and transform into a true leader who connects the team? The answers to these questions will determine the Magic Cap.

No.9 Clippers (+2000)

The Clippers have made frequent operations during the offseason. Although their results in recent seasons have been unsatisfactory, they have been committed to improving the team's competitiveness.. Collins, Daluo, Bill, Paul and other senior players have joined successively, and the lineup rotation has been significantly optimized, but the overall age is seriously aging.

What’s even more troublesome is that Leonard was involved in a contract dispute during the offseason. Once the league’s final punishment involves a suspension, the Clippers’ strength will be cut in half. For them, the biggest opponent is not other teams, but more off-field disturbances and their own health.

No.10 Warriors (+2500)

Although Curry is nearing the end of his career, the Warriors are still responsible for traffic.

From the perspective of team operations, Curry's fifth career championship is still the team's biggest goal in the future. Due to the controversy over Kuminga's contract extension during the offseason, the team was not able to successfully recruit until the final stage, successfully signing veteran Horford to improve the depth of the inside rotation.

But like the Clippers, the Warriors' core players are aging seriously, and it is likely that young players such as Kuminga, Podemski, and Moody will ultimately determine the Warriors' fate. And if they are unable to grow, the Warriors will still have to rely on the veteran combination of Curry + Butler, and the team's future will still be a mystery.

Summarizing this list of predictions for winning the championship, there are many unexpected candidate teams. With the implementation of the new version of the labor agreement, competition in the league has become increasingly fierce; the odds list is ultimately just a guide before the season, not the final answer. What really determines the direction of the season may lie in factors such as player health, lineup chemistry, and on-the-spot performance.

In addition to this odds list, there are teams such as the 76ers, Mavericks, and Spurs who are eyeing it.

For the upcoming new season, it is destined to be a melee. And among the top ten candidates on this list, who will have the last laugh? We will wait and see in the new season.