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NBA: 2027 Champion

Oklahoma City Thunder 22%

San Antonio Spurs 21%

Philadelphia 76ers 12.7%

New York Knicks 12%

Polymarket

$19,359,970 Vol.

Oklahoma City Thunder 22%

San Antonio Spurs 21%

Philadelphia 76ers 12.7%

New York Knicks 12%

Polymarket

$19,359,970 Vol.

Oklahoma City Thunder

$441,136 Vol.

22%

San Antonio Spurs

$670,250 Vol.

21%

Philadelphia 76ers

$1,026,218 Vol.

13%

New York Knicks

$722,632 Vol.

12%

Boston Celtics

$626,753 Vol.

5%

Minnesota Timberwolves

$689,597 Vol.

4%

Denver Nuggets

$726,076 Vol.

3%

Miami Heat

$722,573 Vol.

3%

Toronto Raptors

$443,233 Vol.

3%

Detroit Pistons

$803,019 Vol.

3%

Los Angeles Lakers

$696,861 Vol.

2%

Indiana Pacers

$631,056 Vol.

2%

Cleveland Cavaliers

$742,935 Vol.

2%

Houston Rockets

$782,964 Vol.

1%

Washington Wizards

$417,532 Vol.

1%

Golden State Warriors

$970,474 Vol.

1%

Portland Trail Blazers

$708,788 Vol.

1%

Atlanta Hawks

$787,804 Vol.

1%

Orlando Magic

$390,204 Vol.

1%

Dallas Mavericks

$703,134 Vol.

1%

Utah Jazz

$834,546 Vol.

1%

Phoenix Suns

$776,904 Vol.

1%

Charlotte Hornets

$559,585 Vol.

<1%

Chicago Bulls

$433,166 Vol.

<1%

Los Angeles Clippers

$414,822 Vol.

<1%

Memphis Grizzlies

$539,041 Vol.

<1%

Brooklyn Nets

$416,731 Vol.

<1%

Milwaukee Bucks

$438,626 Vol.

<1%

New Orleans Pelicans

$718,205 Vol.

<1%

Sacramento Kings

$525,914 Vol.

<1%

This market will resolve to "Yes" if the listed team is determined as the champion of the NBA for the 2026-27 season. Otherwise, it will resolve to "No". If at any point it becomes impossible for a listed team to be named as the champion of NBA for the 2026-27 season per the rules of NBA (e.g., participant is eliminated), the corresponding market will resolve to "No". If multiple teams are declared winners, this market will resolve in favor of the team whose listed name comes first alphabetically. If this event is cancelled, postponed after June 30, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, or a champion has not been declared within this timeframe, this market will resolve to "Other". The resolution source will be official information from the NBA: however a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.The tight 2027 NBA champion market stems from the clustered strength of young, ascending cores, particularly the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs, whose implied probabilities sit just ahead of established contenders. Oklahoma City's blend of All-NBA talent, defensive versatility, and recent Western Conference Finals run anchors their position, while San Antonio's frontcourt dominance and developmental momentum keep them within striking distance. Philadelphia and New York follow closely behind on the strength of star health recoveries and supporting cast additions. Broader factors such as 2026 offseason roster moves, injury recoveries, and the lack of a single dominant franchise create competitive balance, with historical patterns showing how quickly mid-tier teams can surge when key contributors stay healthy and draft capital converts effectively.

This market will resolve to "Yes" if the listed team is determined as the champion of the NBA for the 2026-27 season. Otherwise, it will resolve to "No".

If at any point it becomes impossible for a listed team to be named as the champion of NBA for the 2026-27 season per the rules of NBA (e.g., participant is eliminated), the corresponding market will resolve to "No".

If multiple teams are declared winners, this market will resolve in favor of the team whose listed name comes first alphabetically.

If this event is cancelled, postponed after June 30, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, or a champion has not been declared within this timeframe, this market will resolve to "Other".

The resolution source will be official information from the NBA: however a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
Volume
$19,359,970
End Date
Jul 1, 2027
Market Opened
May 13, 2026, 3:55 PM ET
This market will resolve to "Yes" if the listed team is determined as the champion of the NBA for the 2026-27 season. Otherwise, it will resolve to "No". If at any point it becomes impossible for a listed team to be named as the champion of NBA for the 2026-27 season per the rules of NBA (e.g., participant is eliminated), the corresponding market will resolve to "No". If multiple teams are declared winners, this market will resolve in favor of the team whose listed name comes first alphabetically. If this event is cancelled, postponed after June 30, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, or a champion has not been declared within this timeframe, this market will resolve to "Other". The resolution source will be official information from the NBA: however a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
This market will resolve to "Yes" if the listed team is determined as the champion of the NBA for the 2026-27 season. Otherwise, it will resolve to "No". If at any point it becomes impossible for a listed team to be named as the champion of NBA for the 2026-27 season per the rules of NBA (e.g., participant is eliminated), the corresponding market will resolve to "No". If multiple teams are declared winners, this market will resolve in favor of the team whose listed name comes first alphabetically. If this event is cancelled, postponed after June 30, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, or a champion has not been declared within this timeframe, this market will resolve to "Other". The resolution source will be official information from the NBA: however a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.The tight 2027 NBA champion market stems from the clustered strength of young, ascending cores, particularly the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs, whose implied probabilities sit just ahead of established contenders. Oklahoma City's blend of All-NBA talent, defensive versatility, and recent Western Conference Finals run anchors their position, while San Antonio's frontcourt dominance and developmental momentum keep them within striking distance. Philadelphia and New York follow closely behind on the strength of star health recoveries and supporting cast additions. Broader factors such as 2026 offseason roster moves, injury recoveries, and the lack of a single dominant franchise create competitive balance, with historical patterns showing how quickly mid-tier teams can surge when key contributors stay healthy and draft capital converts effectively.

This market will resolve to "Yes" if the listed team is determined as the champion of the NBA for the 2026-27 season. Otherwise, it will resolve to "No".

If at any point it becomes impossible for a listed team to be named as the champion of NBA for the 2026-27 season per the rules of NBA (e.g., participant is eliminated), the corresponding market will resolve to "No".

If multiple teams are declared winners, this market will resolve in favor of the team whose listed name comes first alphabetically.

If this event is cancelled, postponed after June 30, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, or a champion has not been declared within this timeframe, this market will resolve to "Other".

The resolution source will be official information from the NBA: however a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
Volume
$19,359,970
End Date
Jul 1, 2027
Market Opened
May 13, 2026, 3:55 PM ET
This market will resolve to "Yes" if the listed team is determined as the champion of the NBA for the 2026-27 season. Otherwise, it will resolve to "No". If at any point it becomes impossible for a listed team to be named as the champion of NBA for the 2026-27 season per the rules of NBA (e.g., participant is eliminated), the corresponding market will resolve to "No". If multiple teams are declared winners, this market will resolve in favor of the team whose listed name comes first alphabetically. If this event is cancelled, postponed after June 30, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, or a champion has not been declared within this timeframe, this market will resolve to "Other". The resolution source will be official information from the NBA: however a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.

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Frequently Asked Questions

"NBA: 2027 Champion" is a prediction market on Polymarket with 30 possible outcomes where traders buy and sell shares based on what they believe will happen. The current leading outcome is "Oklahoma City Thunder" at 22%, followed by "San Antonio Spurs" at 21%. Prices reflect real-time crowd-sourced probabilities. For example, a share priced at 22¢ implies that the market collectively assigns a 22% chance to that outcome. These odds shift continuously as traders react to new developments and information. Shares in the correct outcome are redeemable for $1 each upon market resolution.

As of today, "NBA: 2027 Champion" has generated $19.4 million in total trading volume since the market launched on May 13, 2026. This level of trading activity reflects strong engagement from the Polymarket community and helps ensure that the current odds are informed by a deep pool of market participants. You can track live price movements and trade on any outcome directly on this page.

To trade on "NBA: 2027 Champion," browse the 30 available outcomes listed on this page. Each outcome displays a current price representing the market's implied probability. To take a position, select the outcome you believe is most likely, choose "Yes" to trade in favor of it or "No" to trade against it, enter your amount, and click "Trade." If your chosen outcome is correct when the market resolves, your "Yes" shares pay out $1 each. If it's incorrect, they pay out $0. You can also sell your shares at any time before resolution if you want to lock in a profit or cut a loss.

The current frontrunner for "NBA: 2027 Champion" is "Oklahoma City Thunder" at 22%, meaning the market assigns a 22% chance to that outcome. The next closest outcome is "San Antonio Spurs" at 21%. These odds update in real-time as traders buy and sell shares, so they reflect the latest collective view of what's most likely to happen. Check back frequently or bookmark this page to follow how the odds shift as new information emerges.

The resolution rules for "NBA: 2027 Champion" define exactly what needs to happen for each outcome to be declared a winner — including the official data sources used to determine the result. You can review the complete resolution criteria in the "Rules" section on this page above the comments. We recommend reading the rules carefully before trading, as they specify the precise conditions, edge cases, and sources that govern how this market is settled.