Monday night delivers two marquee NBA first-round playoff games that could reshape early series momentum, and for new bettors, FanDuel's "Bet $5, Get $250 in Bonus Bets if Your Bet Wins" offer gives tonight's action an extra edge. Whether you're watching for star performances, seeding implications, or a prime chance to unlock a $250 bonus, April 20 is a night you don't want to miss.   Knicks vs. Hawks: MSG's Fortress Gets Another Test 8:00 p.m. ET | Madison Square Garden, New York New York comes into Game 2 holding a 1-0 series lead and arguably the most intimidating home floor in basketball. The No. 3-seeded Knicks posted a 30–10 home record this regular season, and in the playoffs that building becomes even louder, even harder to navigate for a road team. Atlanta isn't here to concede anything, though. The Hawks finished sixth in the East at 46–36 and arrive in New York understanding that road wins in the playoffs are rare but possible — especially when they lean on the versatility of Jalen Johnson and the shot-making of CJ McCollum. Dyson Daniels has been one of the more interesting names to watch in this series, capable of generating steals, creating off the bounce, and quietly affecting the game in ways the box score doesn't always capture. Tactically, the Hawks need to push the pace and avoid settling into static half-court possessions against New York's physical, switching defense. The Knicks, on the other hand, want to grind, make Atlanta work on every possession, and use their size to control the glass and limit second-chance points. If New York dictates tempo, the crowd stays engaged and Atlanta's path gets very narrow very fast. Knicks–Hawks Game 2 Lines Market Line Spread Knicks -5.5 (-110) Moneyline Knicks -230 / Hawks +190 Total 217 (-110)   Prediction: Most models project a New York win, with Dimers placing the Knicks' win probability near 71% and several computer projections landing around Knicks 118, Hawks 112. Expect a first half where Atlanta hangs close before New York's depth and home crowd separate the teams in the fourth quarter.   Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Mile-High Tension 10:30 p.m. ET | Ball Arena, Denver The night's second game brings the late-game drama to Denver, where the Nuggets look to go up 2-0 on a dangerous Minnesota team. At 54–28 with a 28–13 home mark, Denver has been one of the West's most reliable home teams all season and enters as sizable favorites. Minnesota comes into Game 2 down but by no means out. Anthony Edwards returns healthy, and the Wolves have a fully loaded roster featuring Julius Randle, Rudy Gobert, Jaden McDaniels, and Kyle Anderson — all available and ready to push Denver to its limits. The Timberwolves are built for exactly this kind of physical, slow-it-down playoff chess match, and with Edwards operating at full capacity they have the individual star power to swing any game in a hurry. Denver counters with playoff experience and a well-oiled offensive system that has broken down elite defenses for years. The Nuggets will look to control the paint, exploit mismatches in the mid-range, and prevent Minnesota from getting into a transition rhythm where Edwards and the Wolves' athletic wings can thrive. Nuggets–Timberwolves Game 2 Lines Market Line Spread Nuggets -6.5 (-110) Moneyline Nuggets -253 / Timberwolves +210 Total 230.5 (-110)   Prediction: Projections lean Denver at home, with one model calling a final around Nuggets 121, Timberwolves 115. Minnesota covering at +6.5 stands out as an interesting value play, given the Wolves' defensive identity and Edwards' ability to keep games close in crunch time.   FanDuel "Bet $5, Get $250 in Bonus Bets if Your Bet Wins" Tonight's playoff double-header is exactly the kind of night FanDuel's welcome offer was built for. New customers who sign up, make a qualifying deposit, and place a first wager of at least $5 on any eligible market can unlock $250 in bonus bets — provided that first bet wins. How to claim it: Register as a new FanDuel promo code customer in an eligible state (must be 21+). Make a minimum qualifying deposit of $5 or more. Place your first real-money bet of at least $5 — either tonight's game works perfectly. If that first bet wins, FanDuel credits $250 in bonus bets, typically within 72 hours. Use those bonus bets across upcoming NBA playoff games, MLB matchups, or any eligible market before they expire. Remember: this is not a "money-back" style offer. Your first bet carries full risk, and the value lies entirely in what you earn on a win. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable — only the winnings generated from using them can be cashed out. Best first-bet candidates tonight: Knicks moneyline (-230): The safest win-trigger of the night, backed by a 71% projected win probability and the comfort of home court at MSG. Nuggets moneyline (-253): Denver's home dominance makes this a reliable favorite play to cash that first bet and unlock the $250 bonus. Knicks -5.5 spread: More value than the moneyline if you believe New York pulls away in the fourth quarter as the sharper, deeper team. Between two compelling playoff series, a fully packed sports night, and $250 in potential bonus bets on the line, Monday April 20 gives both basketball fans and new bettors every reason to tune in from tip-off to the final buzzer.