DraftKings “King of the Court” Picks feature Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for $1 Million Jackpot on Tuesday, January 27

It's Tuesday in the NBA which means the fan-favorite King of the Court promotion is back at DraftKings Sportsbook on January 27, giving fans a chance to turn smart NBA player prop bets into a share of $1 million in Bonus Bets.

To compete for the jackpot, simply opt in to the DraftKings promo to claim your King of the Court token. If your chosen player leads all others in Points + Rebounds + Assists (PRA) for the night, you’ll take home a share of $1 million in Bonus Bets — even if your original prop doesn’t cash.

With the help of the Dimers Pro NBA Projections Hub, you can instantly identify which players have the best shot to dominate the stat sheet. Whether you’re backing weekly favorites like Nikola Jokic, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, or turning to a darkhorse contender, you’ll have real-time analytics and NBA projections to support every pick.

The Dimers' projections have been particularly usefule for this promo so far. We nailed the picks two weeks in a row, correctly identifying both Giannis Antetokounmpo and Tyrese Maxey as top targets who split the prize pool, and then identifying Josh Giddey as the top longshot play for a $94 bet. Our best night so far came when the top four PRA totals of the night were all featured in our targets.

DraftKings "King of the Court" offers a $1 Million Jackpot.

How to Play “King of the Court” This NBA Season

1. Opt-In to the Promotion - Log in to your DraftKings Sportsbook account and opt in to receive your single-use King of the Court qualifying bet token.

2. Place a Qualifying $5 Bet - Use your token on any pre-match NBA player prop such as Points, Rebounds, Assists or Three-Pointers. Odds must be -200 or longer.

3. Watch and Win - If your player finishes the night as the PRA leader across all NBA games, you’ll earn an equal share of $1,000,000 in Bonus Bets. If multiple players tie for the top PRA total, all customers who bet on any of those players will split the prize pool. Bonus Bets are credited within 24 hours and expire seven days after issuance.

King of the Court Picks Today, Tuesday, January 27

Each week, we'll highlight some of Dimers' top-projected players, as well as some longshots as a sample of what users can find in the Dimers Pro NBA Projections Hub.

By showcasing a combination of top performances and some darkhorse candidates, bettors will find a mix of players to choose from.

Dimers' Highest-Projected PRA Totals

Deni Avdija (Trail Blazers) | Projected: 46.6 PRA

A new face leads the Dimers NBA projections on Tuesday, and that's Deni Avdija of the Trail Blazers.

Avdija is putting up career numbers across the board, averaging nearly 10 points and 3 assists more per game than his previous career-bests, also making more threes than he ever has.

He's blossomed into a star for Portland, contributing in all three categories, showing upside that's seen him hit 52, 50 and 49 PRA this month.

He plays his former team, the Wizards, who rank 24th in the league in PTS + REB and 25th in AST to Forwards this season.

Avdija sat out the Blazers' last two games with a back injury and is listed as a GTD but if he suits up, should be in line for a big night.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder) | Projected: 46.2 PRA

Projected just behind in second place is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with 46.2 PRA as our highest-projected scorer of the night with 34.2 points.

He doesn't stuff the stat sheet in REB and AST like some of our other usual leaders, but his scoring upside  (second-most points in the NBA), can propel him nearly to the 50-PRA threshold on its own.

In the past week, he's recorded games of 55 and 58 PRA, both behind 40-point performances.

Tonight he'll face the Pelicans who rank 29th in opponent assists and 28th in opponent scoring this season. They've been better over their past 10 games, but the Thunder will turn to their star as they look to rebound from back-to-back losses.

James Harden (Clippers) | Projected: 41.0 PRA

Ranking third in our projections is James Harden in one of the best matchups any given night, the Utah Jazz.

Utah ranks dead last in the NBA in PTS and AST allowed, both this season and over their last 10 games, and 25th in rebounds in that span.

Harden ranks Top 15 in the NBA in scoring and 4th in assists, setting him up to capitalize on both of those categories. He hasn't cleared 7 rebounds since November, so a triple-double seems unlikely, but 30+ points and some plus-money assist lines could be in play.

He's notably only cleared 50 PRA (the threshold required so far this season to win the promo) when he tallies 35+ points.

Dimers' Longshot Targets

Cade Cunningham (Pistons) | Projected: 40.1 PRA

We won't be going too far down the board for our other targets, as there are some strong projections and good matchups inside the Top 5, including our 4th-highest projected player tonight, Cade Cunningham.

Perhaps quietly, Cunningham leads the league in assists per game with 9.7 this year, and is second-highest on the slate behind Harden with 9.2 tonight.

He has two games with 50+ PRA since Christmas and with three triple doubles this season, can contribute across the board in the right matchup.

His matchup tonight is with the Denver Nuggets, who rank 28th in rebounds and 24th in points to opposing Guards over their last 10 games (allowed 52 and 61 PRA to Giannis, Luka in past week) giving Cunningham a path to tallying up some extra boards alongside his usual PTS + AST upside.

Jalen Brunson (Knicks) | Projected: 39.4 PRA

We round out the targets with our fifth-highest PRA total, Jalen Brunson of the Knicks who sits just under 40 PRA.

Brunson looks for a proper shot at the Kings, after exiting their previous meeting a couple weeks ago with an ankle injury after just 5 minutes.

Brunson is fresh off a 52 PRA performance vs. the Sixers on Saturday, his highest output since dropping 58 on December 21, behind a 47-point performance.

He's got another chance to capitalize on a great matchup - the Kings rank 28th in opponent PTS + AST and 26th in REB over their past 10 games.

His 6.6 AST projection is 7th-highest on the night, a good stat to target for a King of the Court entry.

Previous King of the Court Winners this Season

Before locking in your picks, take a look at this season's King of the Court history — including every winner (excluding the Christmas week "Three Kings" promo) so far.

Players in bold indicate winners correctly identified by Dimers and featured in this article.

For more King of the Court facts, stats and trends, check out last year's list of winners.

Tips for Maximizing Your King of the Court Chances

• Target Triple-Double Machines: Players like Jokic, Doncic, and SGA rack up elite PRA totals nightly.

• Leverage Dimers Data: Use the Dimers NBA Projections Hub to identify players outperforming their prop lines.

• Focus on Pace and Matchups: Fast-paced games and weak defenses often lead to inflated stat totals.

• Mix Favorites and Longshots: A $5 bet can go a long way — and surprises happen every night in the NBA.

How Dimers’ Pro NBA Projections Hub Gives You the Edge

Before placing your bet, head to the Dimers Pro NBA Projections Hub — the ultimate tool for identifying the best NBA prop picks and projected King of the Court candidates.

The Hub provides real-time player projections for Points, Rebounds, Assists, and PRA, giving you a data-backed look at who’s most likely to lead the league in combined stats each night. You can sort by category, compare player projections to sportsbook lines, and instantly see the highest-value prop bets based on Dimers’ advanced simulations.

In short, the Dimers Pro NBA Projections Hub turns your instincts into informed wagers — helping you pick your King with confidence.

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