Sports betting is a tough and dangerous game, and the lessons and losses can hit you hard. Luckily for rap icon Jay-Z, he has a net worth of 2.5 billion, so he'll be able to survive his seven-figure loss suffered during Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers.
According to TMZ Sports, Hov placed a massive $1 million bet on the Thunder that was spoiled by the Pacers' win and taking a 2-1 series lead.
"TMZ Sports reported ahead of the series the 25-time Grammy-winning artist was so confident in OKC's chances against the Eastern Conference champions, he placed the hefty wager through the Fanatics Sportsbook that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Co. would hoist the Larry O'Brien trophy after five games," the report reads.
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With some simple math, you know that is not impossible.
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals.
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals. / Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Jay-Z could have won $3.3 million if his bet would have hit, but Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers had other plans.
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The Thunder will be looking for a quick bounceback on Friday, June 13, as they aim to avoid being put on the ropes. Tip-off at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is set for 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton shoots the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton shoots the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. / Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
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