Cavaliers' 2023 NBA Championship Odds: Cleveland adds more firepower to backcourt with Donovan Mitchell

Cleveland Cavaliers made a blockbuster trade last month, acquiring All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell from the Jazz. This was the second major trade for the Utah Jazz this offseason, after they traded All Star center Rudy Gobert to the Timberwolves. Caesars' Sportsbook changed the NBA Championship odds after the trade.

Cleveland Cavaliers finished with a record of 44-38 this season. The last time the Cavs had at least 44 wins was in the 2017-18 season when LeBron James was still on the team. Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen were both named to the All-Star team this past season and they both improved their game. Donovan Mitchell will take over the scoring load for the Cavaliers next season, which will be a boost for them.

Cleveland Cavaliers have improved their NBA championship odds after trading for Donovan Mitchell. They are now 50/1 to win it all. Collin Sexton, Lauri Markannen, and rookie Ochai Agbaji can be replaced with what they have on the roster. Ricky Rubio has been re-signed to a multi-year deal. Evan Mobley will get extensive playing time with the Jazz this season.

It's too early to bet on the Cavs' odds to win the title or East. On paper, this is a solid team that can score and play defense. The best bet here is to take the division as they have young talent to compete with the Bucks.