Los Angeles Lakers
May 2025 (NBA Playoffs)

The Lakers, the most heavily bet-on team to win the NBA Finals this season, were eliminated in the first round by the Timberwolves, dashing hopes for bettors who placed massive wagers after the Luka Doncic trade.
After their title odds shortened from 40-1 to 13-1 post-trade, sportsbooks like ESPN BET and FanDuel saw surges in Lakers bets, including a $100,000 Finals wager at 10-1. Their early exit means sportsbooks retain the bulk of that betting volume.