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New users signing up at DraftKings can get a $200 bonus bet along with three free months of NBA League Pass to bet on Wednesday’s basketball games. The SportsLine Projection Model is set to analyze two New York City teams playing at Madison Square Garden. Interestingly, the model favors the underdogs: Auburn, listed as a 6.5-point underdog against the New York Knicks, and the Charlotte Hornets, a 5.5-point underdog in their matchup against St. John’s during the Players Era Festival. The Knicks have struggled against the spread recently, going 1-3 in their last four games, which is why the model leans toward Charlotte this time. The over-under for the Knicks versus Hornets game has been raised to 241.5 points, five points higher than the opener this season.
One of SportsLine’s top analysts also labels Wednesday’s NHL game between the Blues and Devils as the best bet. New users at DraftKings can claim this promo: a $200 bonus bet if their first $5 bet wins, plus three free months of NBA League Pass.
The SportsLine projection model runs 10,000 simulations per NBA game and has consistently paid off, returning over $10,000 on $100 bets on top NBA picks over eight seasons. The model holds a strong 28-13 record on top-rated spread picks heading into Week 5 of the 2025-26 NBA season. Bettors who follow this model’s advice have the potential to earn significant profits using sportsbooks or betting apps.
Wednesday’s top picks at DraftKings Sportsbook include:
– Hornets (+6.5) against the Knicks
– Devils (-142) over the Blues
– Auburn (+5.5) facing St. John’s
Putting all three picks together in a parlay offers a +521 payout (risk $100 to win $521). Fans can place their bets at DraftKings.
Breaking down the games: The Hornets have lost their last six games but are performing well against the spread recently, winning 3 of their last 5 ATS. They are 3-3 at home this season, while the Knicks have a poor away record against the spread, especially playing at Madison Square Garden. The model favors the Hornets to cover the spread in 62% of simulations.
For the Devils vs. Blues NHL clash, despite missing Jack Hughes, the Devils look stronger. They have an unbeaten 8-0-1 record at home this season. Center Cody Glass recently returned from injury, and the team’s performance notably improves when they score first. The expert backing this bet believes New Jersey will take the win.
In college basketball, Auburn (ranked 21st nationally) faces No. 14 St. John’s, who is winless against ranked teams this season. Senior forward Keyshawn Hall is a key player for Auburn, averaging 21 points and 9.2 rebounds. Auburn’s close game against top-ranked Houston showed they can compete with elite teams. The model predicts Auburn to cover the spread in 67% of simulations.
For fans wanting more picks for Wednesday’s NBA, NHL, and college basketball games, detailed spread, totals, and moneyline selections are available, drawn from the model’s 10,000 simulations per game.
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Fan Take: This news is important for basketball fans as it highlights data-driven predictions that can help guide betting decisions and add excitement to following the games. The inclusion of bonuses and free League Pass access also enhances the viewing and betting experience, potentially increasing fan engagement in the sport.
