NBA Rookie Of The Year Odds & Favorites: 2024-25 Regular Season

Here’s a look at the NBA Rookie of the Year 2025 favorites. Odds are from Caesars Sportsbook and subject to change.

• Jared McCain: -160
• Dalton Knecht: +275
• Stephon Castle: +600
• Zaccharie Risacher: +1600
• Zach Edey: +2500
• Alexandre Sarr: +2500
• Jaylen Wells: +3500
• Matas Buzelis: +6000
• Donovan Clingan: +7500
• Yves Missi: +7500

Jared McCain, Philadelphia 76ers (-160)

While not much has gone right for the 76ers this year, their selection of McCain with the No. 16 pick in the draft has. The rookie from Duke has averaged 16.1 points per game on 38% shooting from 3-point range.

He scored 20-plus points in seven straight games in November, including a career-high 34 points against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The 76ers have been horrible this season, but they should turn things around thanks to their core of Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul Geroge. If the 76ers catch fire, look for McCain to be a key part of the turnaround.

But even if that doesn’t happen, McCain already has an opinion about who should win the award.

"I'M THE ROOKIE OF THE YEAR!"

—Jared McCain 🔥 pic.twitter.com/ezzlIDg4Q9

— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) November 23, 2024

Dalton Knecht, Los Angeles Lakers (+275)

While Knecht slid to No. 17 in the draft because of his age (23) and tweener status, he caught fire in the middle of November by scoring 27 and 37 points in back-to-back games, which led to him rising on the odd boards.

He’s cooled off since, but he’s one of the best shooters in the rookie class and is likely just going through the growing pains associated with being a rookie on a LeBron James-led team.

If Knecht is able to find his groove again, he’ll be capable of shooting his way back into Rookie of the Year consideration.

Stephon Castle, San Antonio Spurs (+600)

A year after the Spurs selected Victor Wembanyama with the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, they appear to have hit on another winner with their selection of Castle with the No. 4 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.

He’s averaging 11.5 points and nearly four assists per game, but he must improve his shooting (.386 FG%, .281 3PM%) if he wants to make a serious run at this award.

Stephon Castle over the last 3 games

• 23 points
• 19 points
• 18 points

my ROTY. pic.twitter.com/VacxCnE8Yk

— Bala 💫 (@BalaPattySZN) November 27, 2024

Zaccharie Risacher, Atlanta Hawks (+1600)

The No. 1 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Risacher was always destined to make more of an impact on the game because of his size rather than his ability to stuff the stat sheet.

Risacher has played better as of late, finishing November strong and starting December hot. He’s averaging 11.6 points per game and has been shooting better recently, looking more comfortable in the NBA.

Jared McCain is the NBA Rookie of the Year favorite thanks to his strong start. Not only does he have the best stats of all rookies, but he’s also been the most consistent.

The 76ers have struggled, but those struggles haven’t impacted McCain’s scoring or minutes – the two things a player needs to win Rookie of the Year.

If McCain struggles, then the Lakers’ Dalton Knecht could shoot his way into consideration, but this seems like McCain’s award to lose.

With so many games happening across the NBA, it’s important to keep track of the trends and storylines surrounding the player you’re wagering on by using resources like NBA.com’s KIA Rookie Ladder or other publication’s Rookie Power Rankings.

Here’s the NBA Rookie of the Year winner list going back to 2010:

• 2024: Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio Spurs
• 2023: Paolo Banchero, Orlando Magic
• 2022: Scottie Barnes, Toronto Raptors
• 2021: LaMelo Ball, Charlotte Hornets
• 2020: Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzlies
• 2019: Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks
• 2018: Ben Simmons, Philadelphia 76ers
• 2017: Malcolm Brogdon, Milwaukee Bucks
• 2016: Karl-Anthony Towns, Minnesota Timberwolves
• 2015: Andrew Wiggins, Minnesota Timberwolves
• 2014: Michael Carter-Williams, Philadelphia 76ers
• 2013: Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers
• 2012: Kyrie Irving, Cleveland Cavaliers
• 2011: Blake Griffin, Los Angeles Clippers
• 2010: Tyreke Evans, Sacramento Kings

You can bet on the NBA Rookie of the Year Award at all of our favorite NBA betting sites. That said, it’s important to shop around to find the best odds on the wager you’re looking to make.

If you’re planning to bet on Jared McCain to win the award and he’s -150 at DraftKings Sportsbook and -130 at FanDuel Sportsbook, it’s worth placing that bet at FanDuel since you’ll win more if the bet hits. NBA Rookie of the Year odds vary from sportsbook to sportsbook, so be sure to find the one with the best odds for the wager you’re looking for.

This is a futures bet as well, so you should only make this bet if you’re OK with having some of your betting bankroll tied up until after the season ends.

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