The NBA 6th Man of the Year odds for 2024-25 highlight Malik Monk as the main favorite of the top NBA betting sites. However, this is one of the more unpredictable awards, so I’m here to help with my analysis of the favorites.
Keep reading to find the latest betting odds for Sixth Man of the Year in the NBA, an overview of the main contenders, and my predictions for the award.
NBA 6th Man of the Year Betting Odds for 2024-25
The following NBA Sixth Man of the Year odds for 2024-25 are courtesy of Bovada.
| Player (Team) | 6th Man of the Year Odds |
|---|---|
| Malik Monk (Kings) | +475 |
| Naz Reid (Timberwolves) | +700 |
| Donte DiVincenzo (Knicks?) | +1000 |
| Alex Caruso (Thunder) | +1100 |
| Norman Powell (Clippers) | +1100 |
| Josh Hart (Knicks) | +1300 |
| Jordan Clarkson (Jazz) | +1500 |
| Buddy Hield (Warriors) | +1700 |
| Caris LeVert (Cavaliers) | +1700 |
| Jaime Jaquez Jr. (Heat) | +1800 |
Malik Monk is leading the 6th Man of the Year odds for 2025, followed by last year’s winner Naz Reid and Donte DiVincenzo. The question mark next to DiVincenzo’s team is there because he is still technically a Knicks player at the time I’m writing this, but it was reported that he will be part of the rumored KAT trade and join the Timberwolves.
Either way, DiVincenzo is a legit contender, alongside all the players listed above. I’ve only added the top 10 potential winners, but Bovada offers odds on many other players, so feel free to check them out.
You can find the NBA Sixth Man of the Year odds for next season by going to Bovada > Basketball > NBA Awards and League Leaders.
NBA 6th Man of the Year 2025 Top Favorites
The following players are the most likely winners of the NBA Sixth Man of the Year awards, according to the betting odds.
Malik Monk – Sacramento Kings (+475)
Malik Monk almost won the award last year, when he finished only 10 points behind Naz Reid. The Kings 6th man averaged over 15 points and 5 assists from the bench, both career-highs.
There’s little reason to expect a decline, so Monk should be up there for award. The Kings will once again rely on him to lead the second unit and contribute from the bench.
If Monk stays healthy, he will be one of the main challengers for the 6th Man of the Year award. The problem with backing him are the low odds. Bovada offers +475 on the Kings guard, while you can get much higher prices on other contenders. Let’s talk about them.
Naz Reid – Minnesota Timberwolves (+700)
Naz Reid became the first Timberwolves player to win the 6th Man of the Year award last season. The center was fantastic from the bench, delivering excellent performances in both the regular season and the playoffs.
I expect another strong year from Reid, but the potential DiVincenzo arrival could hurt his chances. If there’s a second player on the bench who delivers consistently, voters might be willing to give the award to someone who doesn’t share the spotlight.
Furthermore, winning last year could be another negative for Reid. Many thought Monk should’ve grabbed the award, so if it comes down to these two once again, the Kings guard will likely finish first this time around.
Donte DiVincenzo – New York Knicks (+1000)
Donte DiVincenzo is in limbo right now, as he will likely end up on the Timberwolves. A potential Karl-Anthony Towns trade was reported last week and is still on, according to the latest rumors.
The Knicks-TWolves-Hornets trade involving Julius Randle, Karl Anthony Towns and Donte DiVincenzo is still on track, but not completed yet. The expectation is early this week, sources tell ESPN, which means the players involved will not be at media day as camps start to open…
— Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) September 29, 2024
That’s why I will operate under the assumption this deal will go through and Donte will be part of Minnesota in 2024-25. Moving to a new team could be a problem and Reid is already dominating from the bench.
Will DiVincenzo get enough minutes and shots to contend for the 6th Man of the Year award? It’s possible, but I’m not willing to bet on it at +1000.
NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award 2025 Sleepers
You’ve probably noticed how I don’t like any of the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award favorites, at least from a betting perspective. The betting value is in other places, namely, the following sleepers.
Alex Caruso – Thunder (+1100)
I can’t believe how high the odds for Caruso are. This is one of the best bench players in the entire league. Caruso is a fantastic perimeter defender, a reliable shooter, and the ultimate team player.
He can do whatever your team needs, but he was lost in the black hole called Chicago Bulls in the past few seasons. Caruso is now in Oklahoma as a part of the Giddey trade, where he will have a fantastic opportunity to contend for the NBA title.
The Thunder have one of the best rosters in the entire league and the narrative works for Caruso. The fans and media already love him, so if he can help the team finish around the top of a stacked Western Conference, winning the award is a very real possibility.
Russell Westbrook – Nuggets (+1800)
Many people were shocked to learn that Nikola Jokic reportedly requested from the Nuggets front office to sign Russell Westbrook, but I believe this deal make a lot of sense.
The former MVP might be in the twilight of his career, but he already showed signs of adapting to a new role with the Clippers. Westbrook played excellent defense last season and didn’t require too much of the ball offensively.
He will be the undisputed leader on the Nuggets bench, arguably Denver’s weakest link last season. Westbrook can provide scoring, defense, and veteran leadership.
The odds of +1800 are worth a shot, but there’s one big concern here: Jamal Murray’s health. If the starting point guard misses too many games, Westbrook might not qualify for the award.
He needs to come off the bench in more games than he starts to earn eligibility, which could prove to be a problem. Still, I expect Westbrook to do that, so a small wager on +1800 makes sense.
NBA 6th Man of the Year 2025 Predictions and Betting Pick
My prediction for the NBA 6th Man of the Year award is that we will see a race between four players: Malik Monk, Naz Reid, Alex Caruso, and Russell Westbrook. All of them could win, but Caruso is the best choice from a betting perspective.
He’s in an excellent situation to contribute to a winning team, while fans and media already love him. The odds of +1100 are fantastic, so I feel obliged to back Caruso for 6th Man of the Year.
You can combine him and Westbrook, another good value bet, but I recommend backing Caruso with your main wager.
