BetMGM is providing a promotional offer for new users, allowing them to place a first bet of up to $1,500 on any NBA Cup game with a "First Bet Cover." If the initial wager is unsuccessful, the stake will be refunded in bonus bets.

The NBA Cup's Group Play stage emphasizes the importance of each game, as teams play only four matches. A single loss can significantly impact a team's standing within its group. This format presents opportunities for upsets and for underdogs to gain an advantage with road victories.

To claim the offer, new users must use the bonus code FOXNEWS when signing up. The process involves clicking a designated bonus button, creating a new account, entering personal information, and making a minimum deposit of $10. The first real-money wager can then be placed on any NBA Cup matchup.

According to the promotion details, bonus bets are typically credited to an account within 24 hours after the qualifying bet settles.

The promotion highlights three potential underdog matchups for Friday's NBA Cup schedule:

  • 76ers at Cavaliers: This game features LeBron James returning to Cleveland with the Philadelphia 76ers, who will also have Tyrese Maxey. The Cavaliers, playing at home, will feature a new backcourt of Donovan Mitchell and James Harden. This matchup is situated in East Group B, considered the most competitive group.
  • Grizzlies vs. Thunder: The Oklahoma City Thunder, led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, will be without key players Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, and Cason Wallace when they face the Memphis Grizzlies on the road.
  • Wizards at Hawks: Trae Young returns to Atlanta to play against the Hawks, the team that drafted him. He will be paired with Anthony Davis in this matchup.

The promotion suggests the 76ers moneyline as a favorable bet among the highlighted underdogs due to the team's talent and motivation.

Friday's NBA Cup schedule also includes several other games: Wizards at Hawks (7:00 p.m. ET), Celtics at Hornets (7:00 p.m. ET), 76ers at Cavaliers (7:30 p.m. ET), Jazz at Mavericks (8:00 p.m. ET), Thunder at Grizzlies (8:00 p.m. ET), Raptors at Bucks (8:00 p.m. ET), Timberwolves at Pelicans (8:00 p.m. ET), Trail Blazers at Lakers (10:00 p.m. ET), and Spurs at Kings (10:00 p.m. ET).