2026 NBA playoffs second-round odds: Thunder are now minus-odds title favorites

The Oklahoma City Thunder have become minus-odds favorites (-170) to win the 2026 NBA title, marking a milestone as they are now favored against the entire field combined. In second-round action, the Detroit Pistons defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 in Game 1 despite trailing by 24 points in the second half during the previous round, while the New York Knicks face the Philadelphia 76ers and the San Antonio Spurs take on the Minnesota Timberwolves. James Harden struggled with a 1-for-7 performance from three-point range in the Cavaliers' Game 1 loss.