DraftKings launches $100 bonus bet offer ahead of 2026 NBA second round
New accounts can secure $100 in bonus bets following a $5 wager as the playoffs resume.
DraftKings has introduced a promotional campaign for new users offering $100 in bonus bets, triggered by an initial wager of $5. The campaign is timed to coincide with the opening of the second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs, which is scheduled to commence on Monday.
The promotion specifically highlights two key matchups set for Monday evening. The New York Knicks will host the Philadelphia 76ers at 8 p.m. ET, while the San Antonio Spurs will host the Minnesota Timberwolves at 9:30 p.m. ET. These selections form the core of the operator's push to engage new customers during the high-profile playoff restart.
Analysis from SportsLine experts underpinning the promotion suggests specific betting angles for the featured contests. The recommendation is to back the Knicks as 7.5-point favourites and the Timberwolves as 13.5-point underdogs. This advice is derived from a projection model that simulates every NBA game 10,000 times, a tool the service claims has generated significant returns over the past eight seasons.
Contextual performance data supports the featured selections. The Knicks are coming off a dominant 140-89 victory against the Atlanta Hawks, having won three straight games in the first round by an average of 32 points. Additionally, the Knicks hold a 9-3 advantage over the 76ers over the last three regular seasons. The Timberwolves, who upset the Denver Nuggets in Game 6 of their series to advance, defeated the Spurs 2-1 during the regular season.
Regarding player availability, Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is expected to play in Game 1 despite missing 21 games last season due to a knee injury. The model projects the Knicks to cover the spread in 60% of simulations, while the Timberwolves are projected to cover in 57% of simulations. Combining these picks into a parlay with an MLB bet could result in a payout of +634.
The promotional material notes that the SportsLine Projection Model has returned well over $10,000 in betting profit for players using its top-rated picks. The operator invites new users to claim the offer to participate in the second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
