The Orlando Magic have the first overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, and it is widely expected that they will select Auburn’s Jabari Smith.
As of the time of this publication, per Tipico Sportsbook, Smith (-500) is the odds-on favorite to become the first pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. Gonzaga big man Chet Holmgren (+220) is considered a distant long shot, with an implied probability of less than 33% right now.
That’s also a pretty massive swing from the odds, which were far closer to even when we checked on May 20. One reason why the odds have shifted so drastically is likely because of recent reporting.
