BREAKING NEWS: Drake Rakes In $1.02 Million After Bold Lakers-Timberwolves Bet
In a stunning turn of events, Canadian rapper Drake has defied the infamous “Drake Curse” to secure a substantial win in the NBA playoffs. On April 25, 2025, Drake placed a $620,000 bet on the Minnesota Timberwolves to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their first-round Western Conference series. The Timberwolves delivered, winning 116–104, and Drake’s bet paid out $1.02 million.
The Bet
Drake shared a screenshot of his bet on Instagram, showing a wager of $620,000 on the Timberwolves with odds of 1.65, resulting in a potential payout of $1,023,000. He captioned the post, “Lemme see sum real quick Ant,” referencing Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards. This bold move came after the Timberwolves had lost the previous game to the Lakers, making the bet even more daring.
The “Drake Curse”
Over the years, Drake has developed a reputation for jinxing the teams he supports, a phenomenon dubbed the “Drake Curse.” Notable instances include his $500,000 bets on the Edmonton Oilers and the Dallas Mavericks to win their respective championships in 2024, both of which ended in losses. Additionally, Drake placed a $150,000 bet on parlays featuring the Lakers and the Boston Bruins, both of which also lost.
Breaking the Curse
Despite his past misfortunes, Drake’s recent success with the Timberwolves has
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