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Fox Sports
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Sportsbooks hoping for 'anybody but the Knicks' to win NBA title
It's been 52 years since the New York Knicks won an NBA championship and one Las Vegas bookmaker is hopeful it doesn't happen this June. Oklahoma City, Minnesota and Indiana all have shorter odds and likelier chances to hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy, but a notable Knicks bet in late April built up some serious financial liability behind the counter. "I need them out big time," the bookmaker told FOX Sports. "A customer came in and bet $20,000 at 30-1 before the playoffs started. We took the bet because we didn't think they would get past Boston and Cleveland out East. "There's still a ways to go, but the path is much easier after [Jayson] Tatum went down and Indiana bounced Cleveland. We wrote a couple more bets when Tatum was wheeled off the court, too. We're at 5-1 now. "It'll get uncomfortable if the Knicks make the Finals." Current NBA title odds via BetMGM Oklahoma City Thunder: -135 (bet $10 to win $17.41 total) Minnesota Timberwolves: +550 (bet $10 to win $65 total) Indiana Pacers: +600 (bet $10 to win $70 total) New York Knicks: +650 (bet $10 to win $75 total) Boston Celtics: +1500 (bet $10 to win $160 total) Denver Nuggets: +3000 (bet $10 to win $310 total) New York opened as a 2.5-point favorite against the Celtics for Friday's highly anticipated Game 6 at Madison Square Garden. There's been an early push on the champs at shops like Circa and the SuperBook from +2.5 to +2. I'm hopeful Boston digs deep and forces Game 7, especially after I was gobbling up Celtics series bets at -115 after the first two games. Time will tell if the Knicks can finish the job. If they do, it'll set up one of the most mathematically surprising Eastern Conference finals of all-time, considering Cleveland was -600 to beat Indiana and Boston was as high as -900 to advance past New York. A Cavs-Pacers series parlay was around 33-1. Elsewhere, the Warriors are done for the summer after being eliminated by Minnesota, a result welcomed by the house. "The Warriors were 40-1 to win it all when they made the Jimmy Butler trade," the bookmaker recalled. "Then they went scorched earth and the bettors followed. We got all the way down to 12-1 for the title and 6-1 for the West. "We're not shedding any tears about them being out." Most sportsbooks will be more than okay if Oklahoma City wins its first title in franchise history. The Thunder were one of the top preseason favorites and charged to a league-high 68 victories in the regular season. They weren't catching anyone by surprise. It's much easier to limit liability when sportsbooks are ahead of the curve on championship-caliber teams. I remember seeing OKC in the 6-1 and 7-1 range before the season tipped off, which wound up being nails. "Oh yeah," the bookmaker cracked. "We're good to Oklahoma City. We're good to Boston. We're surprisingly okay on Minnesota. Indiana would be a small loser only because there wasn't a ton of interest. Dodged a bullet there." And New York? "Anybody but the Knicks. Anybody." Sam Panayotovich is a sports betting analyst for FOX Sports and the BetMGM Network. He previously worked for WGN Radio, NBC Sports and VSiN. Follow him on Twitter @spshoot. recommended Get more from National Basketball Association Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
‘I'm in shock': Friends mourn victim in Cleveland murder-suicide
CLEVELAND (WJW) — 'Shock, I'm in shock, I still can't believe it,' said Russell Digney as he tries to understand his friend's murder. Cleveland Police received a call around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday reporting a man shot lying in the street on Munn Road at Doris Road in the city's West Park neighborhood. As first reported by the FOX 8 I-Team, officers found the 68-year-old victim already deceased, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. According to police, officers found the suspect's vehicle nearby. Suspect in Aliza Sherman's murder waives extradition He was also deceased with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. 'Unfortunately, I saw my friend lying in the street and a cover over him, so I realized that he's gone and we just worked together yesterday down at the arena,' said Digney with tears welling in his eyes. The victim, whose name is being withheld pending the notification of family members, was retired but worked with Digney as an usher at Rocket Arena during Cavaliers games. As he said, they had just worked the Cavs-Pacers playoff game on Tuesday. 'It's just surreal,' he said. 'It's tough.' A reason for the shooting has not been released by investigators yet, but friends and neighbors say the victim lived in fear of the suspect, who lived next door. 'He'd been in different jails and police stations,' said Digney. 'And unfortunately, it came to what he feared all along, living next door to him.' 'We solved my mother's murder': Mansfield doctor up for parole; son speaks out Friends said he frequently made the victim uncomfortable while he was doing yard work and he was outside cutting his lawn when he was shot. 'He didn't like him cutting his grass, so he drove by, shot him and killed him,' added another good friend, Vic Evin. 'He's had a history of mental problems, and judges keep letting these people out.' The suspect's name is also being withheld by authorities at this time The fatal shooting remains under investigation, while loved ones mourn their friend. 'Just a generous heart, a kind heart. He loved everybody, and I'm just grieving for him, and I'll always miss him,' Evin said. They say a priest from nearby Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church came over and said a prayer for the victim, who was a devout Christian and looking forward to an upcoming hiking trip in Spain. 'Just a generous heart, he loved everybody, and I'm just grieving for him and I'll always miss him,' said Evin, becoming choked up. 'But I know he's with the Lord, so that's the only comfort I can take from it, cause I loved him.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Newsweek
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
DraftKings Promo Code: Claim $200 Bonus for Cavs-Pacers, Thunder-Nuggets
Unlock the newest DraftKings promo code offer to redeem bonus bets for the NBA Playoffs, including Game 3 of Nuggets vs. Thunder on Friday night. Unlock the newest DraftKings promo code offer to redeem bonus bets for the NBA Playoffs, including Game 3 of Nuggets vs. Thunder on Friday night. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Unlock the newest DraftKings promo code offer to redeem bonus bets for the NBA Playoffs. Create an account through the links below to make your opening wager on the Cavaliers vs. Pacers or Thunder vs. Nuggets. A $5 bet with this DraftKings promo code offer will automatically result in a $200 bonus. Plus, it has a profit boost for every NBA playoff game and a weekly no-sweat bet. The Cavaliers lost both of the first two games of this series at home, crumbling down the stretch in Game 2. They are still 2.5-point favorites on the road on Friday night. And each team has a win in the Nuggets-Thunder series. The Thunder are 5.5-point favorites in Denver. DraftKings Promo Code for Cavs-Pacers, Thunder-Nuggets DraftKings Promo Code No Code Required New User Offer Bet $5, Win $200 Bonus Instantly Other In-App Offers No-Sweat NBA offers for Cavs-Pacers and Nuggets-Thunder, Profit Boost for Every Day, Every Game, Boost Pack for MLB Terms and Conditions 21+ and present in participating states. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. Bonus Last Verified On May 9, 2025 It's been a tough start to the Eastern Conference Semifinals for the Cavaliers, who are the top seed in the East. The Pacers outscored the Cavaliers by 15 points in the fourth quarter of Game 2, ending with a three from Tyrese Haliburton. Try getting in your initial bet as soon as possible to release the bonus. For example, you can take Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen or Darius Garland to score the first basket in Game 3. Then, follow along during the game to view live odds and hedge pre-game bets. The Thunder still have the best odds to win the NBA Finals. They lost Game 1 but responded with a 43-point win in Game 2 to even up the series before going to Colorado. Create a parlay and use the profit boost to increase your potential winnings. Include props for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and other players. Profit Boosts for MLB, NHL Playoffs More profit boosts are available for MLB games. We have a full slate of action on Friday, including the Cubs vs. Mets, Phillies vs. Guardians, Reds vs. Astros, Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks and Yankees vs. Athletics. Customers can earn bonuses and perks during the MLB season with Dynasty Rewards. The NHL playoffs also continue with the Maple Leafs vs. Panthers and Stars vs. Jets. Connect with your friends on DraftKings Social to see which teams they are betting on throughout the playoffs. DraftKings Promo Code: Guide to Claim $200 Bonus DraftKings makes it easy to create an account. Complete the following steps on Friday to lock-in bonus bets for a weekend full of basketball, baseball, hockey and other sports. Here's what you need to do: Follow the links on this page to activate the best DraftKings promo code offer. Register by entering your full legal name, email address, phone number and date of birth. Use PayPal, Venmo, online banking or another accepted payment method to make a deposit of $5 or more. Place a $5 bet on any game. The outcome of your initial $5 bet doesn't matter, so the $200 bonus is guaranteed. Be sure to use the (8) $25 bonus bets over the next seven days. Some of it can be used for the Celtics vs. Knicks and Timberwolves vs. Warriors on Saturday. The Celtics are 5.5-point favorites on the road after losing both games in Boston. 21+ and present in participating states. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. Newsweek may earn an affiliate commission if you sign up through the links in this article. See the sportsbook operator's terms and conditions for important details. Sports betting operators have no influence over newsroom coverage.
Newsweek
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
BetMGM Bonus Code NW150: Get $150 Promo for MLB, NHL, NBA Playoffs
Apply the BetMGM bonus code NW150 to claim a welcome offer for NBA and NHL postseason action this weekend, starting with Game 3 of Pacers vs. Cavaliers on Friday night. Apply the BetMGM bonus code NW150 to claim a welcome offer for NBA and NHL postseason action this weekend, starting with Game 3 of Pacers vs. Cavaliers on Friday night. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Apply the BetMGM bonus code NW150 to claim a welcome offer for NBA and NHL postseason action this weekend. Win bonus bets or place a large wager on the game of your choice. Highlight games include Cavs-Pacers, Cubs-Mets and more. Place a $10 bet after signing up with the BetMGM bonus code in CO, MI, NJ, PA or WV. A winning bet will release a $150 bonus. New customers in remaining states can wager up to $1,500 and collect a bonus refund after a loss. Find odds for the Cavaliers vs. Pacers and Thunder vs. Nuggets on Friday night. And in the NHL, it will be the Maple Leafs vs. Panthers and Stars vs. Jets. BetMGM Bonus Code NW150 for NBA, NHL, MLB BetMGM Bonus Code NW150 New User Offer Bet $10, Get $150 Bonus (CO, MI, NJ, PA, WV Only) $1,500 First-Bet Offer (all other eligible states) In-App Promos NBA odds boost token, NHL odds boost token, MLB odds boost token, second chance cash back first field goal scorer offer Terms and Conditions 21+ and Present in Participating States Bonus Last Verified On May 9, 2025 Information Confirmed By Newsweek Sports Betting Staff Find a likely outcome for your first $10 bet. Browse through the alternative props and player totals to find your favorite option and have the best chance at winning the bonus. On the other hand, those using the $1,500 first bet can be a little more aggressive than usual. The Cavaliers desperately need a win in Game 3 after losing both matchups in Cleveland. They are 2.5-point favorites on the road on Friday night. You can start by betting over or under any of the following player props: Donovan Mitchell: 29.5 points Jarrett Allen: 11.5 rebounds Andrew Nembhard: 5.5 assists Darius Garland: 16.5 points Tyrese Haliburton: 2.5 three-pointers Myles Turner: 15.5 points The Thunder have been favored to win the NBA Finals since the beginning of the playoffs. They started this series with a Game 1 loss but responded in a big way with a 43-point win in Game 2. Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets are 5.5-point underdogs at home in Game 3. Hat Trick Jackpot, MLB HR Boost Place a bet on any NHL player to score a goal with the Hat Trick Jackpot. If they happen to score 3+ goals, you'll win a share of the $10,000 prize pool. BetMGM also has an odds boost token for the playoffs, as well as a no-sweat bet. Increase the odds of a bet on an MLB player to hit a home run on Friday night. Key games include the Cubs vs. Mets, Phillies vs. Guardians, Red Sox vs. Royals, Padres vs. Rockies, Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks and Yankees vs. Athletics. Check the Game of the Day and stream action on the mobile app. This makes it easy to follow along and place live bets. BetMGM Bonus Code: Guide to Win a $150 Bonus Activate a welcome offer this weekend by taking these simple steps. Be sure to note state restrictions, deposit options and other conditions. Follow the links on this page to use the BetMGM bonus code NW150. Provide your email address, date of birth and other relevant info to confirm your identity. Make a deposit with online banking, a debit card or PayPal. Place a $10 bet in select states or bet up to $1,500 on any game. Win your first $10 bet in CO, MI, NJ, PA or WV to grab the $150 bonus. And if you lose a $50+ wager in other states, BetMGM will send you five bonus bets as a refund. 21+ and present in participating states. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. Newsweek may earn an affiliate commission if you sign up through the links in this article. See the sportsbook operator's terms and conditions for important details. Sports betting operators have no influence over newsroom coverage.
Newsweek
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
DraftKings Promo Code: $200 Bonus for Knicks-Celtics, MLB Games Wednesday
Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Basketball fans can prep for Wednesday's NBA games with the latest DraftKings promo code offer. All it takes is a $5 bet on the NBA or any other sport to secure $200 in bonuses. New users will receive eight $25 bonus bets to use throughout the week. Let's take a closer look at the details of this offer. Go all in on the NBA with these bonus bets. The New York Knicks stole Game 1 due to the Boston Celtics bombing three-pointers and making just 15-of-60 from downtown. The Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic did it in a different way, but they also stole Game 1 as underdogs against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Home teams are winless in the conference semifinals so far. DraftKings Sportsbook will have competitive odds and a comprehensive list of markets available for the games. DraftKings Promo Code for Knicks-Celtics DraftKings Promo Code No Code Required New User Offer Bet $5, Win $200 Bonus Instantly Other In-App Offers No-Sweat NBA offers for Cavs-Pacers and Warriors-Wolves, Profit Boost for Every Day, Every Game, B/R Betting Boost Pack for MLB Terms and Conditions 21+ and present in participating states. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. Bonus Last Verified On May 7, 2025 Instant gratification is rare in sports, but this DraftKings promo is the exception to the rule. Create a new account and start with a $5 bet on the NBA, NHL, MLB or any other sport. This will be enough to win $200 in bonuses instantly. We expect to see the most interest in the NBA playoffs this week. The second round games have been unbelievable so far, and we don't expect that to change anytime soon. Anyone who activates this DraftKings promo will receive eight $25 bonus bets. Players will have access to these bonus bets for up to one week after the original wager settles. How to Unlock This DraftKings Promo Code Offer Set up a new account without the need for a promo code. New players will have access to this $200 instant bonus after creating a new user profile. Provide basic identifying information in the required fields to create a new account. Start with a cash deposit of $5 or more using instant bank transfer, credit card, debit card, PayPal, Apple Pay or any other preferred payment method. Finally, players are ready to start with a $5 bet on any available market. That will set up each new player with eight $25 bonus bets. NBA Wednesday Night Betting Preview, Odds Monday might have been the best night of the NBA season so far. The Knicks came back from down 20 points in the second half to shock the Celtics in overtime. Boston missed a record-setting 45 three-pointers in the loss. Meanwhile, the Knicks rode the offense of Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby to their come-from-behind win. The late game didn't disappoint, either, with the Thunder snatching defeat from the jaws of victory. Missed free throws from Chet Holmgren opened the door for an Aaron Gordon game-winning three-pointer. Will the road teams continue this success throughout the rest of the conference semifinals? New players can bet on Celtics vs. Knicks and Thunder vs. Nuggets with DraftKings Sportsbook. Take a look at the current spreads for the NBA playoffs on Wednesday (odds are subject to change before tip-off): Boston Celtics (-10.5) vs. New York Knicks Oklahoma City Thunder (-11) vs. Denver Nuggets 21+ and present in participating states. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. Newsweek may earn an affiliate commission if you sign up through the links in this article. See the sportsbook operator's terms and conditions for important details. Sports betting operators have no influence over newsroom coverage.
