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Kobe Bryant and the L.A. Lakers are the 8/5 favorites to win the 2009 NBA Championship. YAWN. Bet against them and win some cool cash. (AP Images)

Even though they're tops in the Western Conference and they're the 8/5 favorites at the Bodog Sportsbook to win the 2009 NBA Championship, the Los Angeles Lakers are not universally loved. The force that is Kobe Bryant may have a monstrous head following, but a hideous part of you secretly enjoys (relishes, squeals with glee) seeing him lose. Right?

Look, Bodog shares your enthusiasm for betting on NBA basketball and with the playoffs coming up…well, let's just say they've got an offer you won't want to pass on. Check this out: if you bet on any OTHER team to win the NBA title this year — and the Lakers win — they'll refund your money.

But you have to get your NBA Futures bet in now. You've only got until April 17th. Here's how to Qualify:

1. Go to NBA Futures and place a bet on: "Odds to Win – 2009 NBA Champsionships."

2. If the Lakers win, you'll receive a bonus for the amount of your wager (up to $50) within 48 hours. If the Lakers lose, your bet will be settled as usual.

For more info and for all the rules, go to the 'Bet Against the Lakers' website, created especially for this very cool promotion.