The Milwaukee Bucks have dominated the Central Division since LeBron James left the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2018.
Milwaukee has finished atop this division for six straight seasons, including a narrow victory last year. The Bucks bested the Cleveland Cavaliers by one game and the Indiana Pacers by two wins.
Will the Bucks continue their run in the Central Division with the race heating up? Here's a look at the latest NBA betting odds and my best bet for the Central Division:
Central Division Winner Odds 2024-25
- Milwaukee Bucks -130
- Cleveland Cavaliers +225
- Indiana Pacers +375
- Chicago Bulls +25000
- Detroit Pistons +50000
Central Division Win Totals & Projected Standings
table_builder($table) –>
| Team | Win Total | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucks | 51.5 | +100 | -120 |
| Cavaliers | 48.5 | -120 | +100 |
| Pacers | 46.5 | -110 | -110 |
| Bulls | 27.5 | -115 | -105 |
| Pistons | 24.5 | -125 | +105 |
Central Division Betting Prediction
Prediction: Cavaliers to Win Central (+225)