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Stephen Curry (30) of the Golden State Warriors celebrates as we look at the NBA Clutch Player of the Year odds.
Stephen Curry (30) of the Golden State Warriors celebrates after making a shot in the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 08, 2024 in Indianapolis, Ind. Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images via AFP.

Before winning the award, Stephen Curry was the favorite to win the 2024 NBA Clutch Player of the Year based on the closing odds from our top NBA betting sites.

Most NBA awards were already decided months ago, but the race for the NBA Clutch Player of the Year award was close until the very end according to our top sports betting sites.

Throughout most of the season, Damian Lillard of the Milwaukee Bucks was widely considered the frontrunner to win this award in its second year. However, Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors emerged as a strong contender before ultimately being surpassed by DeMar DeRozan of the Chicago Bulls in the final month of the season.

Curry managed to secure the lead in the last few weeks and ultimately prevailed over DeRozan to win the award, as announced by the league on Thursday.

Take a glance at the latest odds for the 2024 NBA Clutch Player of the Year from top sports betting apps.

NBA Clutch Player of the Year odds 2024

The odds are current as of April 10th.

PlayerDraftKingsFanDuel bet365
Stephen Curry-155 -150-150 
DeMar DeRozan+120+110+110 
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander+2800 +2900 +3000 
Damian Lillard+8000 +10000 +10000

2024 NBA Clutch Player of the Year winner

Steph Curry (-150 via bet365)

After initially falling behind in the race, Curry surged ahead in the final stretch to become the favorite for the second-ever award, ultimately winning in a close competition.

By the end of the season, Curry had the highest number of points scored in crunch time compared to any other player. He made 32 three-pointers and scored 189 points during the closing stages of games. Additionally, he shot an impressive 45.7% from beyond the arc in clutch moments, defined as when the score is within five points with five or fewer minutes remaining. Curry also had several game-winning shots to his name during these crucial moments.

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NBA Clutch Player of the Year odds over time

We witnessed significant changes in this market among our top sportsbooks, with Lillard starting as the clear favorite before the competition shifted between Curry and DeRozan in the last two months of the season.

Lillard was initially the favorite, but Curry made a clutch shot before the All-Star break to gain momentum in the competition. DeRozan then made impressive plays over the following month to become the favorite, but Curry’s performance in crunch time at the end of the season ultimately solidified his win in the race.

Past NBA Clutch Player of the Year winners

YearNameTeam
2023-24Stephen CurryGolden State Warriors
2022-23De’Aaron FoxSacramento Kings

NBA Clutch Player of the Year Award FAQs

Who is the Clutch Player of the Year favorite?

Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors was the favorite to win the 2024 NBA Clutch Player of the Year award, with odds of -150. This meant there was a 60% implied probability that Curry would be the eventual winner.

Who won the Clutch Player of the Year Award this year?

Stephen Curry was awarded the NBA Clutch Player of the Year for the 2023-24 season after dominating in various clutch statistics, such as leading the league in points (189) and 3-pointers made (32) during crucial moments for the Golden State Warriors.

Who won the Clutch Player of the Year Award last year?

Last season, De’Aaron Fox achieved a historic milestone by being the inaugural recipient of the NBA Clutch Player of the Year Award. Fox dominated with 194 clutch points, showcasing his ability to hit game-winning shots for the Sacramento Kings.

When will the Clutch Player of the Year Award be decided?

The winner of the 2023-24 award will be revealed during the NBA playoffs on Thursday, April 25. It is likely that the following year’s award will also be announced around the same time.

What is the NBA Clutch Player of the Year Award trophy called?

The NBA recognized Jerry West’s exceptional ability to perform under pressure by naming the Clutch Player of the Year Award trophy after him as the Jerry West Trophy.

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