The Eastern Conference segment of the NBA Cup Finals is set for a doubleheader on Tuesday, bringing higher stakes earlier in the season. New users at DraftKings Sportsbook can benefit from a promo offering $200 in bonus bets if their first $5 wager wins. The Orlando Magic will face the Miami Heat at home, where the Magic hold a 1.5-point edge, and the Toronto Raptors will play against the New York Knicks, with the Raptors favored by 5 points on the road. According to the SportsLine Projection Model, the Heat vs. Magic game is likely to stay under 235.5 points, while the Raptors are expected to cover a 4.5-point spread against the Knicks.
The model, which simulates every NBA game 10,000 times, has a strong track record with a 29-14 record on top-rated spread picks, and it includes top bets for Tuesday’s games alongside college basketball selections. The recommended bets include the under on Heat vs. Magic, the Raptors to cover the spread against the Knicks, and Long Beach State to cover against San Jose State, with a combined parlay paying +602. The Magic will miss their leading scorer Franz Wagner due to an ankle injury, which is a factor in the under recommendation for their game against the high-scoring Heat. The Raptors, despite recent losses, remain undefeated in NBA Cup games and focus on in-season tournaments with key players Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes leading the charge.
In college basketball, the Long Beach State team has promising newcomers who have been performing well recently, while San Jose State is seeking more consistent contributors beyond their leading scorer. DraftKings continues to offer enticing promotions for new users, including bonus bets tied to initial wagers.
Fan Take: This early-season high-stakes NBA Cup doubleheader excites fans by injecting intense competition and fresh drama into the league’s calendar. For basketball enthusiasts, it highlights emerging talent and the evolving strategies teams employ in pursuit of tournament success, adding depth and intrigue to the sport’s narrative.
