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NBA Rookie of the Year Odds and Expert Betting Predictions

by Matt Zitt - 10/6/2023

NBA Rookie of the Year odds and predictions Victor Wembanyama

The upcoming NBA season will feature some of the most tantalizing prospects we have seen in decades. It is safe to say that the Rookie of the Year Award is Victor Wembanyama versus the field before the regular season tips off. Even if the race is not close, we can get in on some of the top NBA rookies for 2023 at a short price right now. Here is a look at the 2023-24 NBA Rookie of the Year odds and our favorite picks to bring home the award at season's end.

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Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio Spurs +100

Wembanyama is the clear-cut choice for the NBA ROTY. His odds opened at -120 and now can be wagered at +100. I strongly encourage taking the even money for a player of this caliber. The 7-foot-5 forward is unlike anyone we have ever seen. He has the size to be one of the league’s best interior scorers and can handle the ball in a way that could make guards jealous. He averaged 21.6 points, 10.4 rebounds, and three blocks per contest in 34 games for Metropolitans 92 this past season in France. Wemby struggled in his first Summer League action but looked much better in his second game. At +100, now is the best time to back Wemby as the NBA Rookie of the Year Award recipient.

Scoot Henderson, Portland Trail Blazers +250

The high-flying 19-year-old guard had a terrific showing with the G League Ignite. He averaged 16.5 points, 6.8 assists, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.1 steals over 30 games. If you are looking for an NBA player to compare him to, think Russell Westbrook. He will have growing pains and struggles with his outside shot, but his intensity around the rim and playmaking ability will overshadow his lack of outside shooting for time to come. Henderson is also a strong defender despite his size. With Damian Lillard off to the Bucks, this is Henderson’s time to shine.

Chet Holmgren, Oklahoma City Thunder +300

Holmgren is back in the running for the 2023-24 NBA ROTY after missing all of last year with a foot injury. The similarities between Holmgren and Wemby are not difficult to see. Both are incredibly lanky and young, with Chet standing at 7-foot-1. Holmgren is a more refined shooter and less of a playmaker. In five Summer League appearances in 2022, he averaged 14 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 2.8 blocks per game while shooting 42.1% from three point land. This year, he put up 16.5 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks over four Summer League games. He should definitely be a factor in the 2023-24 NBA ROTY race.

Cam Whitmore, Houston Rockets +2000

Whitmore is an intriguing Rookie of the Year candidate following his slide to No. 20 on draft night to the Houston Rockets. He was named Summer League MVP, averaging 19.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.3 assists over six games. He led all players in total scoring and helped guide the Rockets to the championship game, where they were defeated by the Cavaliers. He will look to join the short list of current Villanova Wildcats in the NBA that have become stars such as Mikal Bridges, Jalen Brunson, and Josh Hart. He has a strong chance to make a good impression in Houston, and that is worth a wager.

2023-24 NBA ROTY Odds

Victor Wembanyama +100

Scoot Henderson +250

Chet Holmgren +300

Brandon Miller +1500

Cam Whitmore +2000

Amen Thompson +2500

Jarace Walker +2500

Sasha Vezenkov +2800

Ausar Thompson +3000

Anthony Black +3000

Keyonte George +3000

Gradey Dick +3500

Taylor Hendricks +3500

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