DraftKings Offers $300 Bonus Bets for NBA All-Star, College Hoops

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DraftKings is offering a special promo for new users that provides $300 in bonus bets if their first $5 wager wins. The offer is valid for the upcoming NBA All-Star Weekend events, including the Slam Dunk Contest, as well as several high-profile college basketball matchups on Saturday, such as No. 1 Arizona vs. No. 16 Texas Tech.

Why it matters

This DraftKings promo gives new users a chance to boost their bankroll for some of the biggest sporting events of the weekend, including marquee college basketball games and the always-entertaining NBA Slam Dunk Contest. It's an opportunity for sports bettors to get extra value as they wager on the action.

The details

To claim the DraftKings promo, new users must create an account, deposit at least $5, and place a $5 bet. If that initial wager wins, they'll receive $300 in bonus bets within 72 hours. The bonus bets are valid for 7 days and can be used on any sports market. Some of the key games featured in the promo include No. 1 Arizona vs. No. 16 Texas Tech, Santa Clara vs. No. 12 Gonzaga, and the NBA Slam Dunk Contest.

• The Arizona-Texas Tech game tips off at 6:30 p.m. ET on Saturday.
• The Santa Clara-Gonzaga game is scheduled for a 10:30 p.m. ET tipoff on Saturday.
• The NBA Slam Dunk Contest is set for Saturday night during All-Star Weekend.

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