NBA Southeast Division Betting Odds 2026
The Southeast is currently the closest division race in the NBA. The Atlanta Hawks (36-38) lead by one game over the…
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Miami (34-41) sits 2.5 games back of Atlanta but is very unlikely to claim the top spot due to only seven games remaining on its schedule.
The Hawks are attempting to win their first division crown since the 2020/2021 season while the Magic hope to go back-to-back for the first time since 2009-2010.
In this article, we’ll break down the odds for each team and summarize their seasons thus far.
Remember to place responsible wagers and keep a watchful eye on your bankroll.
Note: Odds were correct at the time of writing.
How is the Winner Decided?
The franchise with the best overall record will win the division at the end of the season.
If two teams finish with the same record, the tiebreaker is decided by their head-to-head records, followed by division records.
Should stats continue to be identical, the best conference record will be used to separate the clubs.
NBA Southeast Division Betting Odds
Sportsbooks showcase odds for the following three teams in the division.
Atlanta Hawks – The Favorite (-200) at Hard Rock Bet
Sitting below .500, the Hawks surprisingly have a chance to win the division. There has never been a champion without a winning record in the Southeast.
The 2018/2019 Magic are the worst winner in Southeast history, ending with a 42-40 (.512) record.
Despite dealing with injuries to several key players, such as Jalen Johnson, Clint Capela and De’Andre Hunter (traded), Trae Young has managed to keep this team in contention.
With no surprise to anyone, Young has been the heartbeat of the roster, averaging 24.1 points and 11.5 points per game.
The Hawks have managed to win eight of their past 12 games and have certainly felt Johnson’s absence.
A former 2021 first-rounder (No. 21 overall) out of Duke, Johnson was enjoying a breakout season, averaging a double-double with the following stats per game: 18.9 points, 10 rebounds and five assists.
Hunter was contributing 19 points per game but was traded to the Cavaliers in a package deal including Caris LeVert and Georges Niang along with picks.
Both LeVert, Atlanta’s sixth man (48.4% FG), and Niang (45.7% FG) have been key players, scoring 14.8 and 13.1 points per game.
Atlanta’s been its usual self on offense and ranks fifth in the league with 117.9 points per outing but has struggled defensively, allowing 119.4 points (fourth-worst in the NBA).
Despite being -200 favorites to win the division, the standings could flip with Atlanta set to face Orlando twice in its remaining eight games. The Magic face stronger opponents, though, while the Hawks own a more manageable schedule.
Orlando Magic – Within Reach (+210) at Caesars
Like the Hawks, the Magic control their own destiny. If they can finish strong as well as defeat their rival in the upcoming two matchups, they can win the division for a second consecutive season.
Orlando would’ve likely captured the division had its main man, Paolo Banchero, not missed 35 games due to a torn right oblique in October and starting point guard Jalen Suggs not been ruled out for the season following knee surgery.
The 2022 No. 1 overall pick (out of Duke), Banchero, can do it all by putting up 25.9 points (45.3% FG), 7.2 rebounds and 4.7 assists per outing.
The bright spot for Orlando has been Franz Wagner blossoming into a star. He’s set career highs in points (24.2), rebounds (5.7) and assists (4.7) this year.
Orlando has been the opposite of Atlanta this season. It ranks No. 1 in scoring defense (surrenders just 105.7 points per night) and last offensively (104.9 points per game).
The Magic have six games remaining on their schedule but still have to face the Celtics (56-19, No. 2 seed in the East) and the Pacers (44-31, No. 4 seed in the East)
Miami Heat – Extreme Longshot (+5000) at DraftKings
After the Heat traded Jimmy Butler, they went on an awful stretch, losing 17-of-21 contests, which included four and 10-game losing streaks.
Despite the struggles, they’ve managed to become the hottest team in the division and have won their past five in a row.
Tyler Herro has been the team’s leading scorer (23.7 points per game) and newly acquired Andrew Wiggins is second (19.9).
Terry Rozier has been the most disappointing player, averaging just 11.1 points and shooting 39.6% from the field, the worst since his 2018-2019 season.
It’ll be difficult for the South Florida franchise to make up 2.5 games with just seven games left on the regular season calendar.
Odds Comparison for the Southeast Division
Odds shopping is imperative when finding value. The following table displays the best available lines for each team to win the division.
| Team | Best Betting Odds | Sportsbook(s) |
| ATL Hawks | -200 | Hard Rock Bet |
| ORL Magic | +210 | Caesars |
| MIA Heat | +5000 | DraftKings |
NBA Southeast Division Previous Winners
The Heat have dominated the division, claiming the crown 12 times. Orlando is next up with 5 titles.
| Year | Team |
| 2023-24 | ORL Magic |
| 2022-23 | MIA Heat |
| 2021-22 | MIA Heat |
| 2020-21 | ATL Hawks |
| 2019-20 | MIA Heat |
| 2018-19 | ORL Magic |
| 2017-18 | MIA Heat |
| 2016-17 | WSH Wizards |
| 2015-16 | MIA Heat |
| 2014-15 | ATL Hawks |
How to Bet On The NBA Southeast Division
To bet on the Southeast Division, follow these steps:
- Go to your preferred sportsbook and log into your account.
- Select the ‘NBA Odds’ tab option in the betting menu.
- Go to the ‘Futures’ drop-down menu.
- Click on ‘Divisions’ or ‘Division Winner. ’
- Choose your wager and place it in the bet-slip window.
