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The National Basketball Association, or NBA, consists of thirty professional teams in the United States and Canada. The NBA is widely regarded as the premier men’s professional basketball league globally.

The reigning champions are the Golden State Warriors who won their fourth NBA title in eight seasons, defeating the Boston Celtics in six games.

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Who will win the NBA in 2023?

Best Bets (NBA Futures 2023)

• Boston Celtics – $10.00 – Betr

After five weeks of the 2022-23 season, the Celtics sit on top of most power rankings, leading a stacked Eastern Conference with a 12-3 record. Due to their offensive excellence to start the year, clearly leading the whole league in offensive rating, led by their star duo in Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum( who has progressed into an MVP calibre player). This, paired with their significant defensive presences in Marcus Smart (the former defensive player of the year), Tatum and Brown, will make them an incredibly tough matchup for any team all season and deep into the playoffs.

• Milwaukee Bucks – $10.00 – Betr

The Milwaukee Bucks are also a strong contender to go all the way this year, led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP and DPOY winner. The bucks started the season 9-0, but after a few injuries, they sit at 11-3 behind the Celtics in the East. The Bucks, who won the championship in 2021, had a rough run with injuries in the 2022 season, losing all-star Khris Middleton to injuries for the duration of the playoffs, which resulted in them losing in game 7 of the second round to the Celtics who then went on to make the NBA finals. However, if the Bucks can stay healthy with their great defence from Giannis, Middleton and all-star two-way guard Jrue Holiday which has led to them having the #1 ranked defence to start the year, they could be an easy choice to go all the way in the playoffs.  

2023 NBA Outright Winner Predictions

Who will win the 2023 NBA Finals?

Although some claim to know who will take home the 2023 NBA championship, there’s always room for surprises in sports. Here are the most likely contenders.

Favourites

• BOSTON CELTICS – Best odds $10.00 with Betr
• MILWAUKEE BUCKS – Best odds $10.00 with Betr

Underdogs

• GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS – Best odds $10.00 with Betr
• PHOENIX SUNS – Best odds $10.00 with Betr

Outsiders

• MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES – Best odds $101.00 with Betr
• PHILADELPHIA 76ERS – Best odds $10.00 with Betr
• MIAMI HEAT – Best odds $101.00 with Betr

Best Bet

BOSTON CELTICS – $10.00 – Betr

Next Best Bet

MILWAUKEE BUCKS – $10.00 – Betr

Third best Bet

GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS – $10.00 – Betr

Best Value Bet

DALLAS MAVERICKS – $101.00 – Betr

2023 NBA Championship Winner

• MILWAUKEE BUCKS – $10.00 – Betr
• BOSTON CELTICS – $10.00 – Betr
• GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS – $10.00 – Betr
• LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS – $10.00 – Betr
• PHOENIX SUNS – $10.00 – Betr
• BROOKLYN NETS – $10.00 – Betr
• DENVER NUGGETS – $101.00 – Betr
• MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES – $101.00 – Betr
• PHILADELPHIA 76ERS – $19.00 – BET RIGHT
• DALLAS MAVERICKS – $101.00 – Betr
• CLEVELAND CAVALIERS – $101.00 – Betr
• MIAMI HEAT – $101.00 – Betr
• NEW ORLEANS PELICANS – $101.00 – Betr
• MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES – $101.00 – Betr
• TORONTO RAPTORS – $101.00 – Betr
• ATLANTA HAWKS – $101.00 – Betr
• LOS ANGELES LAKERS – $101.00 – Betr
• CHICAGO BULLS – $101.00 – Betr
• PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS – $101.00 – Betr
• UTAH JAZZ – $101.00 – Betr
• NEW YORK KNICKS – $126 – BET RIGHT
• WASHINGTON WIZARDS – $226 – BET RIGHT
• CHARLOTTE HORNETS – $251 – BET RIGHT
• SAN ANTONIO SPURS – $401 – BET RIGHT
• SACRAMENTO KINGS – $451 – BET RIGHT
• DETROIT PISTONS – $501 – BET RIGHT
• HOUSTON ROCKETS – $501 – BET RIGHT
• INDIANA PACERS – $501 – BET RIGHT
• OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER – $501 – BET RIGHT
• ORLANDO MAGIC – $501 – BET RIGHT

History of the NBA

The National Basketball Association (widely known as the NBA) is North America’s pre-eminent men’s professional basketball league. The NBA is widely considered to be the premier global professional basketball league. NBA players are the world’s best-paid athletes by average annual salary per player.

The NBA was founded initially in 1946 as the BAA or Basketball Association of America by owners of the leading ice hockey arenas in both the Northeastern and Midwestern United States and Canada. On August 3, 1949, the Basketball Association of America agreed to merge with the National Basketball League (NBL), creating the NBA. The new league had seventeen franchises based in large and small cities, large arenas, smaller gymnasiums and armouries. Then in 1950, the NBA consolidated into eleven franchises, and this continued up until 1953–54 when the league then reached its smallest size of eight franchises:

• Boston Celtics
• Fort Wayne Pistons (currently known as the Detroit Pistons)
• Minneapolis Lakers
• Philadelphia Warriors
• Rochester Royals (presently known as the Sacramento Kings)
• Syracuse Nationals (currently known as the Philadelphia 76ers)
• The New York Knicks
• Tri-Cities Blackhawks (presently known as the Atlanta Hawks)

With the expansion in 1959 came calls for a second NBA team in New York City; an answer came with the arrival of the New York Nets (now the Brooklyn Nets) in 1967. However, in 1968, the NBA owners began a lockout that lasted 162 days and was settled only after the threat of the ABA’s expansion into major markets.

To ensure that NBA games were not preempted by competing leagues, in 1970, the NBA reached a television contract with ABC and NBC. As a result, the 1970s saw great players join the league, including Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Julius Erving, Walt Frazier, Rick Barry, and Clyde Drexler. In 1980, Magic Johnson was drafted first overall by the Lakers. His arrival ushered in an era of excellence that continued throughout the decade; five players from the 1980s (Johnson, Larry Bird, Michael Jordan, Karl Malone, and John Stockton) have all been inducted into the distinguished Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Jordan became a global icon with his play in the 1980s and 1990s, winning six championships with the Chicago Bulls. Karl Malone and John Stockton formed one of the most successful point-guard-power forward duos in NBA history, leading the Utah Jazz to two NBA Finals appearances. In 1984, the Boston Celtics drafted the University of North Carolina star forward Larry Bird. Joining forces with fellow Hall of Fame inductees Kevin McHale and Robert Parish, as well as future Hall of Famer Dennis Johnson, Bird led the Celtics to three NBA championships in the 1980s. The 1980s also saw several other great players join the league, including Isiah Thomas, Hakeem Olajuwon, Dominique Wilkins, and Scottie Pippen.

In the late 80s and early 90s, the Detroit Pistons emerged as one of the NBA’s top teams, winning back-to-back championships in 1989 and 1990 behind the play of Thomas, Dumars, and head coach Chuck Daly.

In the mid-1990s, many talented young players, including Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway, Shawn Kemp, Gary Payton, Reggie Miller, Grant Hill, and Kobe Bryant, entered the league. These players helped lead their teams to new levels of success, with the San Antonio Spurs winning titles in 1999 and 2003 behind the play of Tim Duncan and David Robinson. Likewise, the Los Angeles Lakers won championships in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2009, and 2010 behind Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant, and head coach Phil Jackson.

In the 2000s, a new wave of superstars emerged, including LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Carmelo Anthony, and Dwight Howard. These players helped lead their teams to new levels of success, with the Miami Heat winning championships in 2006 and 2012 behind the play of LeBron James and Dwyane Wade.

The 2010s have seen a resurgence of the NBA’s popularity, with players such as Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, and Kawhi Leonard becoming household names. The Golden State Warriors recently won championships in 2015, 2017, and 2018 behind the play of Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, and Klay Thompson.

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is the primary professional basketball league in both the United States and Canada. Founded in 1946, the NBA comprises 30 teams that play an 82-game regular season from October to April. The NBA playoffs then follow, consisting of 16 teams playing best-of-seven series to determine the league champion.

The NBA has been home to many of the greatest players in history, including Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Kobe Bryant, and Michael Jordan. 

The Boston Celtics proudly hold the record for the most NBA championships with 17, followed by the Los Angeles Lakers with 16. The Warriors are currently third with three titles.

NBA FAQs

When does the 2023 NBA Season Start?

The 2022-23 NBA season is the 77th regular season of the National Basketball Association. The 2023 NBA season began on October 18, 2022, and will end on April 9, 2023. The All-Star Game is scheduled to be played this season on February 19, 2023, at Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City.

How can I watch NBA TV for free?

All of the following services: DIRECTV STREAM, fuboTV, and YouTube TV offer free trials that allow you to test out their various features. All three also include NBA TV as part of their subscription. However, please remember to cancel your trial before it expires if you don’t want to be charged for the full service.

What is the NBA website?

The official site of the NBA is https://NBA.com, where you can find the latest NBA Scores, Stats & News.

Who is the best NBA team 2022?

Boston has the best offence in the NBA, leading to their position as number one on our power rankings for the 2022-23 NBA Championship.

1. Boston Celtics.
2. Milwaukee Bucks.
3. Denver Nuggets.
4. Memphis Grizzlies.
5. Portland Trail Blazers.
6. Phoenix Suns.
7. Atlanta Hawks.
8. Utah Jazz.

How much does NBA com cost?

The NBA League Pass has two tiers- the basic package and the premium pack. The basic package costs $99.99 for the entire season, or you can pay a monthly fee of $14.99. The Premium Package will set you back $129.99 for the season or $19.99 per month.

Who is the goat basketball player?

1. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – His six career MVP awards place him atop the list of all players, with three apiece won while playing for the Bucks and Lakers. Bill Russell and Michael Jordan are tied in second place with five each.

Who has the most clutch shots in NBA history?

Michael Jordan – Michael Jordan tops the list for most game-winners. He’s also considered by many to be the best basketball player that has ever lived. During his 15-year career, Jordan racked up six game-winners.

• Michael Jordan – 9
• Joe Johnson – 8
• Kobe Bryant – 8
• LeBron James – 7
• Paul Pierce – 7
• Andre Igoudala – 5
• Dwayne Wade – 5
• Gilbert Arenas – 5
• Kevin Garnett – 5
• Vince Carter – 5

Who has the most 3 point shots in one game?

Klay Thompson – Klay Thompson holds the record for the most three-pointers in one game with 14 three-pointers scored for the Golden State Warriors against the Chicago Bulls in 2018.

• Klay Thompson (2018, Bulls vs Warriors): 14.
• Stephen Curry (2016, Warriors vs Pelicans): 13.
• Zach Lavine (2019, Hornets vs Bulls): 13.
• Kobe Bryant (2003, Lakers vs Supersonics): 12.
• Donyell Marshall (2005, Raptors vs 76ers): 12.

Who has shot 100 points in an NBA game?

In 1962 Wilt Chamberlain scored the NBA record for most points scored with a total of 100 points scored in a game.

How many teams are there in the NBA?

The NBA is currently comprised of thirty professional basketball teams from the United States and Canada, divided into two divisions known as the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference.

How long is the NBA preseason?

A maximum of 8 preseason games are allowed in the NBA. Out of those, each team is only required to play four games. They strive to find the perfect balance between practice and excess each year, resulting in a differing amount of games played per team.