Although their lead isn’t large, the Brooklyn Nets are overwhelming NBA betting favorites to win the Atlantic Division. The second choice belongs to the Philadelphia 76ers. The Toronto Raptors, Boston Celtics, and New York Knicks round out the field. Toronto has shown remarkable betting value. Consider Canada’s tougher pandemic standards that have disrupted the Raptors roster. As was the case in 2020-21, Brooklyn is struggling to maintain board value. In the same way, the Nets are playing through key injuries. New York has been the biggest disappointment after a big leap forward in 2020-21.
2021-22 NBA Atlantic Division Futures
| Date and Time: | Regular Season ends on Sunday, April 10, 2022 |
|---|---|
| NBA TV Coverage: | ABG, ESPN, TNT, NBA TV |
NBA Atlantic Division Odds at SBG
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Brooklyn Nets | -717 |
| Philadelphia 76ers | +686 |
| Boston Celtics | +3000 |
| New York Knicks | +6678 |
| Toronto Raptors | +13335 |
Atlantic Division SBG Odds Overview
On the whole, the Nets resemble a fantasy basketball team. Brooklyn’s star power appeals to casual gamblers like no other team. James Harden, Kevin Durant, and Kyrie Irving light up the sportsbook marquee when healthy. Previously the 76ers had similar name brand power led by Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons. But last year’s playoff flop turned off squares. And Simmons’s holdout further damages the brand. Last summer, the Knicks were one of the most popular picks on the futures board. New York’s lack of offense and popularity with squares combine to drag down their value.
Overall, the Atlantic Division is comprised of some of the NBA’s biggest brands. Squares flock to each team in the division. Toronto once lacked the board appeal of the other four teams. But their 2019 World Championship altered that perception and branding. Boston, New York, and Philadelphia carry the additional price of being NBA legacy franchises.
Key Games This Week
Nets at Bulls – Wednesday – ESPN
Mavericks at Knicks – Wednesday – ESPN
Brooklyn Nets -717
At the beginning of the week, the Nets were 24-14 straight up but 15-22 against the spread and 17-20 under the total. The Nets rank 27th in the NBA for scoring offense and 6th for points allowed. Of great concern is the Nets’ poor value. Brooklyn has covered only one of its last six games. Kyrie Irving finally played his first game of the season on January 5.
Philadelphia 76ers +586
At the onset of the week, the 76ers were 22-16 straight up, 18-19-1 against the spread, and 15-21 under the total. Philadelphia ranks 22nd for scoring offense and 7th for points allowed. Late on, the 76ers covered five of their last six.
Boston Celtics +3000
Boston begins the week at 19-21 straight up, 20-19-1 against the spread, and 17-22 under the total. In sum, the Celtics rank 19th in the NBA for scoring offense and 9th for points allowed. Boston failed to cover five of its most recent seven outings.
New York Knicks +6678
New York is 19-21 straight up, 18-22 against the spread, and 17-23 under the total. To summarize, the Knicks rank 27th for scoring offense and 6th for points allowed. New York has paid in six of its most recent nine games. Six of their previous eight games stayed under the total.
Toronto Raptors +13335
Fashion that the Raptors are 19-17 straight up, 20-16 against the spread, and 23-13 over the total. Toronto ranks 16th for scoring offense and 11th for points allowed. The Raptors are the hottest team on the NBA betting board, with nine payouts in their last ten games. And all ten games went over the total.