New York Knicks signing Carmelo Anthony doesn’t change championship odds
By Josh Sanchez
On Saturday afternoon, news broke that Carmelo Anthony is set to return to the New York Knicks.
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When LeBron James committed to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, the Cavs watched their odds go from being a 60/1 longshot to the favorite to win the 2015 NBA Championship at 4/1.
The Miami Heat, meanwhile, fell to 100/1.
So what kind of impact would re-signing Carmelo Anthony have on the Knicks odds in the eyes of Vegas oddsmakers?
None.
The Knicks remain a longshot to hoist the Larry O’Brien Trophy.
According to @golfodds, #NBA Championship Odds @LVSuperBook for New York #Knicks remain same at 50/1 with Carmelo Anthony re-signing today.
— DonBest.com (@DonBestSports) July 12, 2014
Sorry, Carmelo.
It is safe to say Carmelo would have had a bigger impact in the oddsmakers eyes if he would have gone to a team that many believe would be a title contender like the Chicago Bulls.
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