NBA Northwest Division Odds (2026-27)

The following post features NBA Northwest Division Odds (2026-27).

The NBA Northwest Division odds reflect how sportsbooks currently view each team’s chances of being crowned champion of the NBA’s Northwest Division (Western Conference).

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As the NBA season approaches, these initial odds give bettors a preview of sportsbook expectations, with lines continually shifting as the schedule unfolds.

So, how is the NBA Northwest Division race shaping up? Here’s what you need to know.

NBA Northwest Division Odds (2026-27)

Below is a table displaying the odds for the NBA Northwest Division Odds (2026-27). All odds were sourced on October 11, 2026. Click here for the very latest odds (via OddsChecker).

Preseason Team Spotlights

Oklahoma City Thunder

The Thunder finished with the NBA’s best record at 64-18 in 2025-26 and reached the Western Conference Finals before falling to the Spurs in seven games. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander remains the two-time MVP engine, supported by Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. The main offseason changes involved trading away Luguentz Dort, Aaron Wiggins, and Isaiah Joe, creating opportunities for younger pieces such as Cason Wallace, Ajay Mitchell, and Jared McCain, while draft additions like Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz bolster depth. Oklahoma City enters 2026-27 as the clear division favorite and a top title contender once again.

Denver Nuggets

Denver posted a 54-28 record in 2025-26, finishing third in the West before a first-round exit to the Timberwolves. Nikola Jokić continues to anchor the franchise alongside Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon. The key addition was veteran scorer DeMar DeRozan, while Peyton Watson was moved in a sign-and-trade. With the core largely intact under coach David Adelman, the Nuggets remain a strong playoff team and the primary challenger to Oklahoma City for the Northwest title in 2026-27, though health and secondary scoring will determine how high they can climb.

Minnesota Timberwolves

The Timberwolves finished 49-33 in 2025-26, earning the No. 6 seed and advancing to the conference semifinals before falling to the Spurs. Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert remain the foundation, but the roster underwent a significant overhaul with the addition of LaMelo Ball (acquired via trade) and Jonathan Kuminga, while Julius Randle and Naz Reid were moved out. The new look aims to give Edwards more playmaking support and create a more dynamic offense. Minnesota enters 2026-27 as a legitimate contender for a top-three Northwest finish and another deep playoff run if the new pieces mesh quickly.

Portland Trail Blazers

Portland surprised with a 42-40 record in 2025-26, ending a multi-year playoff drought before a first-round exit. The Blazers made bold moves by acquiring Ja Morant and welcoming back Damian Lillard from an Achilles injury, pairing them with rising star Deni Avdija under new head coach Micah Nori. Additional pieces include Jeremy Sochan. The crowded backcourt creates both high upside and fit questions, but Portland has the talent to compete for a play-in or low playoff seed and challenge for a higher Northwest standing in 2026-27 if health cooperates.

Utah Jazz

The Jazz finished 22-60 in 2025-26, continuing their rebuild. Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George form the established core, now joined by No. 2 overall pick Darryn Peterson and a healthy Jaren Jackson Jr. Additional additions include Josh Green, Jaxson Hayes, and Josh Okogie. Under coach Will Hardy, Utah is shifting toward competitiveness after years of tanking. The Jazz are unlikely to contend for the division title in 2026-27 but have the pieces to make a significant jump and push toward the play-in tournament.

NBA Northwest Division Results (2025-26)

The Oklahoma City Thunder captured the 2025-26 Northwest Division title with a league-best 64-18 record, finishing first overall in the Western Conference. Anchored by two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams, the Thunder earned the top seed and advanced to the Western Conference Finals before falling to the San Antonio Spurs in seven games. Denver finished second in the division at 54-28 and reached the first round before losing to Minnesota, while the Timberwolves (49-33) advanced to the conference semifinals. Portland (42-40) also made the playoffs as the No. 8 seed before a first-round exit, and Utah (22-60) finished well out of contention.

NBA Northwest Division Champion (by Year)

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