NBA Opening Night highlights

With a doubleheader, The 2022-23 season tipped off.

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First up, in an early clash of Eastern Conference contenders, the Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown led the Celtics, who added 35 points each in the win.

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In the past eight seasons after winning their fourth title, the defending champion Golden State Warriors received their rings.

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The NBA typically sees favorites win the title, due to its best-of-seven playoff format

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and the main contenders by virtue of their superstars, oddsmakers have been able to forecast.

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according to SportsOddsHistory.com, in league history, only four times long shot of 15-1 or longer won the championship.

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That is easily the fewest of the four major pro sports.

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