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deskgameThe second-annual Emirates NBA Cup begins tonight, as all 30 teams battle for spots in the knockout round and championship. The stakes aren’t typically high this early in the season, but last year’s NBA Cup brought playoff atmospheres in the finals games of the tournament. deskgameInstead, look to one of the many alternate totals offered by FanDuel. The main over/under is 45.5 points, but FanDuel gives you choices at other totals with differing odds. You can choose over 16.5 points or under 74.5 points. deskgameSweepstakes casinos are legal because they operate under sweepstakes laws in each state. They do not fall under the purview of state gambling regulators. deskgameAlabama has allowed fewer than 14 points in four of its previous five. The Tide is 50th in rushing yards allowed, but the passing defense has surrendered only a dozen touchdown receptions and 16 interceptions.