DraftKings North Carolina Promo Code, Sportsbook Details, and More

Mar 11, 2024

Bob Donnan / USA TODAY Sports

Looking for details on DraftKings North Carolina? Here's a look at what you need to know about DraftKings Sportsbook and North Carolina sports betting from promo codes to what teams you can bet on in the state.

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Is DraftKings Legal in North Carolina?

DraftKings North Carolina is live! You can place wagers with the sportsbook using your mobile devices and online platforms.

The state passed legal sports betting back in June 2023 and launched on March 11, 2024. DraftKings submitted its online sports betting license application to the North Carolina Lottery Commission back in December 2023 and was approved.

What is the DraftKings North Carolina Promo Code?

New users can score a great bonus with DraftKings North Carolina. Bet just $5 and you get $200 in bonus bets! You will receive 8 bonus bets of $25 each!

Who is DraftKings Partnered with in North Carolina?

DraftKings Sportsbook partnered with NASCAR to enter sports betting in North Carolina. The state law signed in June 2023 requires sportsbook operators to partner with either a professional sports team, facility, or league to provide online sports betting. DraftKings has existing relationships with NASCAR in other legal states so it was an easy deal to make for the operator and professional racing league.

Sports Teams to Bet on in North Carolina

North Carolina provides professional sports teams across major US leagues as well as top college programs. Here's a look at what will likely be some of the most important options.

Professional Sports
- Carolina Hurricanes (NHL)
- Carolina Panthers (NFL)
- Charlotte FC (MLS)
- Charlotte Hornets (NBA)
- NASCAR Cup Series
- North Carolina Courage (NWSL)
College Sports
- Appalachian State Mountaineers
- Charlotte 49ers
- Duke Blue Devils
- East Carolina Pirates
- North Carolina State Wolfpack
- North Carolina Tar Heels
- Wake Forest Demon Deacons

The schools listed above each have Division I FBS football teams. There are plenty of other Division I colleges for basketball and baseball including Campbell, Davidson, and UNC Greensboro.

Can I Bet on College Sports with DraftKings North Carolina?

The North Carolina Lottery Commission approved betting on college sports in the state. Some states have different rules around college sports such as outlawing props, no betting on in-state teams, and other laws to protect college athletes in the state.

North Carolina is allowing wagers on college sports teams in and out of state. Bettors will be able to place bets on North Carolina, Duke, and more.

What Kinds of Promotions Does DraftKings Offer?

It is common for DraftKings to offer promotions for new users. It's a way to attract new bettors to score a bonus for getting started with the platform. These types of promotions can include bonus bets, deposit bonuses, and more. Here's a look at some of the common sports betting promotions you might see on DraftKings.

Potential DraftKings Bonuses
- Bet and Get
  - Example: Bet $5, Get $200 in bonus bets instantly
- Deposit Bonuses
  - Example: 20% deposit bonus up to $1,000
- No-Sweat SGP
  - Example: Get a daily no-sweat 3+ leg SGP parlay
- Odds Boosts
  - Example: Patrick Mahomes 2+ TD passes boosted from +500 to +600

North Carolina Betting Age

You have to be at least 21 years old to bet on sports in North Carolina. Most legal states have a sports betting age of 21. There are a couple of states in the US that allow bettors 18 and up to place wagers.

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