Oklahoma City Thunder emerge as favorites for NBA championship

The Oklahoma City Thunder enter the upcoming NBA season as favorites to win the 2027 championship, according to prediction markets. The team holds a 23% chance of winning the title and is attempting to become only the third franchise in history to secure the top seed in the Western Conference for four consecutive seasons.

Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has focused on increasing his versatility and conditioning during the offseason. Despite roster changes involving the departure of Luguentz Dort, Isaiah Joe, and Aaron Wiggins, the team has added rookies Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz. The Thunder are seeking to avenge their Western Conference finals loss to the San Antonio Spurs, a defeat attributed in part to injuries to Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell.