After a few idle days, March Madness reignites Thursday and Friday with a Sweet 16 that features many of the teams expected to make it to this stage of the tournament.
Top sportsbooks are at the forefront of all the March Madness action with plenty of new-customer bonus offers that you can access through Legal Sports Report.
Without further delay, let’s dive into the leading Sweet 16 betting promos.
March Madness Sweet 16 betting promos and preview
Legal Sports Report has all the pertinent details on the leading Sweet 16 betting promos at the top sportsbooks in the regulated US sports betting marketplace.
DraftKings Sweet 16 promo code: Get $250 in bonus bets & deposit match up to $1,000
DraftKings Sportsbook lets new customers maximize their initial experience on the platform with a three-pronged Sweet 16 betting promo that can make the high-stakes action all the more thrilling.
The first component is a $50 bonus bet when a new customer makes an initial deposit of at least $5; the second is $200 in bonus bets with a first-time bet of at least $5; and the third is a 20% first-deposit match up to $1,000. Note that the deposit match has a 25x playthrough requirement.
Bet $5 Get $200 in Bonus Bets
PLUS Get a $50 Bonus Bet on Deposit
PLUS up to $1,000 Deposit Bonus
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Caesars Sweet 16 promo code LSRDYW: Bet $1, get 10 100% profit boost tokens
Caesars Sportsbook sets new customers up in prime position to maximize their enjoyment of March Madness with a dynamic Sweet 16 betting promo accessible via promo code LSRDYW.
Entering LSRDYW in the required field during the account creation process entitles new Caesars users to 10 100% profit boost tokens once they place an initial wager of as little as $1, whether that bet wins or loses. Tokens are good for 14 days, and the maximum wager amount they can be applied to is $25, meaning the offer can provide new customers with plenty of extra betting opportunities for the remainder of March Madness.
- Stream NFL Games In-App for Free
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- Use Promo Code: LSRDYW
BetMGM Sweet 16 bonus code PLAYLSR: Up to $1,500 in bonus bets if first bet loses
With its extensive selection of betting markets and competitive odds, BetMGM holds plenty of appeal for bettors of all experience levels. BetMGM is offering a new customer Sweet 16 betting promo through bonus code PLAYLSR that allows first-time users of the platform to receive a bonus-bet refund equal to a bettor’s first wager amount up to $1,500 if that bet doesn’t win.
If the initial losing bet is less than $50, the amount is refunded in the form of one bonus bet, while initial losing wagers of $50 or more are refunded as five bonus bets each equal to 20% of the original bet amount. With a guaranteed return in the form of additional betting opportunities if the initial wager doesn’t cash, new BetMGM users could, for instance, take a strong stand on an underdog they have faith in during Sweet 16 action.
Up to $1,500 in Bonus Bets if Your First Bet Doesn't Win*
*Bonus Bets Expire in 7 Days. One New Customer Offer Only. Add’l terms. 21+. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER
Use Bonus Code: PLAYLSR
Bet365 Sweet 16 bonus code LSRBET: Choose between two
Bettors trying out the internationally renowned bet365 for the first time will want to make sure to capitalize on promo code LSRBET, which unlocks one of two new-customer promos: The first will require a minimum deposit of $10 and initial bet of $5 with -500 odds or longer, which will then entitle the customer to $150 in bonus bets.
The second is a “first-bet safety net” that also requires a minimum deposit of $10 and initial bet of at least $5. If that first wager loses, the bettor will get a refund in the form of bonus bets, up to $1,000.
- Bet $5 Get $150 in Bonus Bets Win or Lose
- OR First Bet Safety Net up to $1,000
- 30% Extra on Same Game Parlay Profit
- T&Cs Apply. Gambling Problem? Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER 21+
- Use Bonus Code: LSRBET
How to claim March Madness Sweet 16 sportsbook promos
As rewarding as the aforementioned Sweet 16 betting promos are, there’s even more good news — claiming these offers is typically a simple, straightforward process that takes mere minutes. Legal Sports Report has the details on how to navigate the steps involved.
A new sportsbook customer first completes the account creation process, which typically requires that the user submit basic personal identifying information such as name, e-mail address, and Social Security information. Additionally, if you need a promo code to claim a welcome offer, there is usually a field to enter it at this point in the process. However, there are other instances where you don’t need a promo code to claim the welcome bonus. Instead, you may just need to click on a hyperlink for the bonus offer to access it.
You’ll also generally need to make a deposit before claiming a sportsbook bonus. The minimum for such a deposit is usually $5 or $10. Once you’ve done that, you may also need to make an initial minimum bet to trigger the benefits of the offer.
Sweet 16 Best Bet
Arizona +9.5 (-110 at BetMGM Sportsbook)
The Blue Devils haven’t come close to disappointing yet over the first two rounds after entering March Madness as the odds-on favorite to take home the national title. Duke first dismantled a significantly overmatched Mount St. Mary’s by a 93-49 score in the first round before dispatching Baylor by a score of 89-66 in the Round of 32 in a game where it did experience a bit of early trouble before pulling away.
Meanwhile, Arizona had a similarly easy opening clash by handling Akron 93-65, but it then had to tough out an 87-83 victory against Oregon behind Caleb Love’s 29-point, nine-rebound effort. The Wildcats trailed by as much as 15 points early before getting their act together and then hanging on late.
That sets up what should be an intriguing clash between the two offensive powerhouses. Duke is averaging 83.2 points per game, good for 11th in the country, since the start of the regular season, while Arizona checks in just below that with 82.2 points per contest. What’s more, Tommy Lloyd’s squad has been at its sharpest offensively away from its home floor, where it’s averaged 87.1 points per contest.
The two teams met during the regular season back on Nov. 22, when the Blue Devils handed the Wildcats a 69-55 loss. However, that was during a lackluster start to the season that saw Arizona go 4-5 in its first nine games. The Wildcats have gone 20-7 since, including their two March Madness victories thus far. Love has been outstanding, while a talented complementary cast that includes Jaden Bradley, KJ Lewis, Henri Veesaar and Tobe Awaka gives Arizona the depth to play with any team in the country.
Duke still enjoys a size advantage up front with 7-foot-2 Khaman Maluach at center, but Veesaar, a 7-footer in his own right, certainly poses more resistance than anyone Baylor was able to throw at the Devils. Additionally, Carter Bryant, who often flashed poise and play beyond his freshman status and has averaged 1.4 blocks and 0.9 steals over his last nine contests, could be a key contributor off the bench on both ends of the floor.
Cooper Flagg was tough to handle for Arizona in that early-season meeting (24 points, seven rebounds, three assists, three blocks, one steal), but Arizona should have gained from the experience of facing him earlier in the season. Ultimately, while a Duke victory is very much likely, the underdog is getting plenty of points here, putting us in the direction of an Arizona cover.
