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BetMGM Offers $1,500 Bonus Ahead of Key NBA Play-In

4/17/2026

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On April 16, bettors can use BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS for up to $1,500 in bonus bets.
In the NBA Play-In, the Magic face the 76ers and the Warriors face the Clippers.
Simulations project the Under in both games.
The Dodgers host the Mets, who are under .500, led by Shohei Ohtani.
SportsLine Projection Model favors the Mets to cover the spread against the Dodgers despite their offensive struggles.

History

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The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) of 1992 banned sports betting in most states, aiming to protect amateur athletics. However, in 2018, the Supreme Court ruled PASPA unconstitutional, allowing states to regulate sports betting. This shift has led to over $300 billion in sports betting revenue, significantly impacting organizations like the NBA and MLB and transforming the landscape of professional sports.

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On April 16, bettors can use BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS for up to $1,500 in bonus bets.
In the NBA Play-In, the Magic face the 76ers and the Warriors face the Clippers.
Simulations project the Under in both games.
The Dodgers host the Mets, who are under .500, led by Shohei Ohtani.
SportsLine Projection Model favors the Mets to cover the spread against the Dodgers despite their offensive struggles.

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