The BetMGM bonus code TRIBUNEMGM unlocks a generous first offer for new Massachusetts users. New players can get up to $1,000 in bonus bets if their first wager doesn’t hit when they sign up with that promo code.
For instance, If you bet $300 on Texas to win and cover on Friday night against Xavier and the Longhorns don’t cover the spread, you get back $300 in bonus bets.
If you’re in another state, use BetMGM bonus code TRIBUNEMGM1100 for the same offer, but up to $1,100.
We’ll cover how the bonus bets work below. If you need some betting advice for Friday, read our Princeton-Creighton preview or 76ers-Warriors best bet if you’re more of an NBA bettor.
How to use the BetMGM Massachusetts promo code
San Diego State Aztecs vs. Alabama Crimson Tide
The Aztecs face off against the Crimson Tide at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville for this Sweet 16 matchup.
This is a style clash as the Tide have been successful this year by getting out in transition and shooting 3-pointers while the Aztecs have won by slowing the game down and working to get to the free-throw line.
Both teams have solid defenses, the Aztecs led the Mountain West Conference in opponent’s three-point percentage and field-goal percentage, and forcing the second most turnovers in the conference. This game isn’t likely to be high-scoring.
The Crimson Tide were the second best in the SEC in opponent’s three-point percentage and first in opponent’s two-point percentage. Alabama has been able to turn the lockdown defense into good looks on the other end, either at the hoop or from beyond the arc, which highlights another difference between these two.
While the Tide shoot almost exclusively 3-pointers or inside baskets, the Aztecs shoot from the mid-range a lot and often work in the post.
San Diego State attempted just over 19 free throws a game during conference play. Additionally, it got to the line at least 14 times in the previous two tournament wins.
Alabama breezed through its early tournament games but San Diego State poses a bigger challenge with the ability to slow down the game. The Aztecs could force the Tide into half-court sets, where they have not performed well this season.
Given all that, look for the first half to go under as the Aztecs are able to slow the game down and force Alabama to try to create open looks. Overall, San Diego State will likely control the pace and that could hinder Alabama.
Back the Aztecs here as they’ll best the region’s No. 1 seed and move on to the Elite Eight.
BetMGM Massachusetts promo, explained
The current BetMGM Massachusetts promotion, which is exclusive to the Bay State, gives new users some first bet confidence. New users can get their full stake back in bonus bets — limited at $1,000 — if their first wager doesn’t hit when they sign up with the bonus code TRIBUNEMGM.
This promo is limited to new customers who are at least 21 years old and physically present within the state of Massachusetts. While users do not need to be a resident of the state to claim this offer, they must be within states lines, which BetMGM will verify using geo-location data.
Thus, the first step to claim this BetMGM exclusive offer is to sign up for a BetMGM account using the bonus code TRIBUNEMGM.
After that, users will get their full stake returned in bonus bets — limited at $1,000 — if that first wager doesn’t hit.
Bonus bets can be used for any additional wager on the BetMGM platform but cannot be withdrawn or cashed out.
Typically, bonus bets will be distributed to a new user’s account within 24 hours and will be valid for seven days following distribution.
Critically though, bonus bets from BetMGM are not distributed at a 1:1 ratio but rather proportionally based on the user’s qualifying stake. If a new user places a qualifying bet of more than $50, they’ll get multiple bonus bets — up to five — of equal value. If a new users places a qualifying wager of less than $50, they’ll get one bonus bet equal to the amount they wagered.
For example, if a new user places a wager of $1,000 and loses, they’ll get five bonus bets worth $200 a piece. However, if a new user places a wager of $49 and loses, they’ll get one bonus bet equal to $49.
BetMGM Massachusetts sign up information
Before signing up with BetMGM, new users should review the conditions outlined below to get the most out of the offer.
First and foremost, this a Massachusetts exclusive offer for new players who are at least 21 years old. With that in mind, the first step to claim this promotion is to sign up for a BetMGM account using the bonus code TRIBUNEMGM.
Second, new users need to place a real-money wager of at least $10 to initiate this promotion. Any wagers placed using bonus bets or other kinds of credits will not qualify for this promotion.
Of course, if that first wager hits, new players will keep their winnings.
However, if that first wager is unsuccessful, users will still get their full stake back — limited at $1,000 — in bonus bets. While bonus bets can be used for any additional wager on the BetMGM platform, they cannot be withdrawn or cashed out.
Typically, bonus bets will be distributed to a new user’s account within 24 hours and will be valid for seven days following distribution.
The list below provides users with step-by-step instructions on how to sign up using the BetMGM bonus code TRIBUNEMGM.
1. Download the BetMGM app or visit BetMGM.com.
2. Sign up and register your account with the bonus code TRIBUNEMGM.
3. Deposit at least $10 into your account.
4. Place your first wager on any side, total or prop bet.
5. If your bet wins, you will be paid out in cash.
6. If your bet loses, your wager will be returned in bonus bets in roughly 24 hours.
7. The bonus bets must be used within seven days of being awarded or they will expire.
Refer a Friend with BetMGM
BetMGM’s “Refer a Friend” promotion offers existing users a chance to bolster their winnings every time they refer a friend. Since BetMGM allows users to refer up to 20 friends, with $50 per referred friend, users have a chance to dramatically increase their earnings.
To trigger this promotion, the referred friends needs to make a deposit and wager on any side, total or prop bet with -200 odds or greater.
Currently, BetMGM has three different “Refer a Friend” promotions: $50 in bonus bets for sportsbook bets, $50 in bonus bets and a $1,000 deposit match for casino betting and $75 in bonus bets for poker wagers.
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