🗞️ Bandit Betting Newsletter: Wemby's Out

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In today's email:

• Canada: wins the 4-Nations Face-Off.

• Victor Wembanyama's: season ending injury.

• Celebrities: who love to gamble ft. MJ, Drake, Bruno Mars.

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CANADA BEATS USA, AGAIN

Has international ice hockey taken over the All-Star game?

The 4 Nations Face-Off has been a game-changer for hockey, delivering an electrifying showcase of the sport’s best talent and igniting a level of hype the NHL hasn’t seen in years.

With 9.3 million viewers, the USA vs. Canada matchup became the most-watched non-Olympic hockey game in U.S. history, proving the appetite for best-on-best competition.

Canada ultimately claimed the inaugural title in dramatic fashion, as Connor McDavid’s overtime goal—eerily similar to Sidney Crosby’s iconic 2010 Olympic winner—sealed a 3-2 victory over the Americans.

The win continued Canada’s dominance over the U.S. in major international finals, marking their fourth victory in five best-on-best championship meetings.

Beyond the on-ice action, the tournament’s success raises big questions for the NHL: How will it capitalize on this momentum?

WEMBY’S OUT

Potential NBA fallout from Wemby’s season ending injury.

Victor Wembanyama's season has come to an abrupt end due to deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, a major blow to the Spurs and the NBA.

While the team insists the condition is isolated, his absence could reshape the Western Conference playoff race and long-term draft implications for San Antonio.

Without Wembanyama’s impact on both ends, the Spurs are likely to slide further down the standings, increasing their lottery odds and potentially positioning themselves for a top prospect like Cooper Flagg.

Beyond San Antonio, the injury could have financial ripple effects—most notably for Jaren Jackson Jr., who now has a clearer path to a supermax extension if he secures another Defensive Player of the Year award or an All-NBA selection.

Meanwhile, Wembanyama’s rising star power, bolstered by his All-Star Weekend effort and Netflix’s Court of Gold, takes a temporary hit with his absence from the national stage.

While the long-term outlook remains bright for the Spurs and their generational talent, this setback shifts the landscape for the rest of the season.

CELEBRITY DEGENS

Celebrities who love to gamble: from Drake, Bruno Mars, Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods…

Celebrities are no strangers to risk-taking, whether in their careers or at the casino. While some gamble for fun, others have made headlines for massive losses.

Rumors of Bruno Mars' alleged $50 million gambling debt in Las Vegas shocked fans, though both he and MGM denied the claims.

Meanwhile, Drake openly shares his high-stakes sports bets, from losing $500,000 on the Mavericks….

To winning $1.15 million on the Chiefs—thanks to his partnership with betting platform Stake.

Beyond endorsements, some stars have struggled with gambling losses. Charles Barkley admitted to losing up to $25 million, while Michael Jordan’s legendary competitive streak extended to high-stakes golf and casino games.

Even Tiger Woods reportedly played Vegas VIP tables with Jordan and Barkley from a young age. As online betting grows and celebrity involvement increases, the line between entertainment and addiction continues to blur.

MEME

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