Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 19, 2025 · Entertainment

Drake's $8M Gamble: A Cautionary Tale of High-Stakes Betting

Drake took to Instagram Stories on Wednesday to recap an awful stretch he's endured as a bettor, losing an astounding $8 million over the past month. Pictured in May 2011

DRAKE'S GAMBLING WOES: RAPPER LOSES A SMALL FORTUNE IN JUST ONE MONTH!

Grammy-winning superstar Drake, 38, is known for his chart-topping hits and sold-out tours, but behind closed doors, the rapper has been on a losing streak like no other. In a candid Instagram post, Drake revealed he's lost an astonishing $8 million in just one month - a staggering sum that's left even the most seasoned gamblers stunned.

The Toronto native, whose real name is Aubrey Drake Graham, took to social media to share his harrowing tale of woe, writing: "Gotta share the other side of gambling... Losses are so fried right now... I hope I can post a big one for you soon cause I'm the only one that has never seen a Max these guys Max once a week"

The Toronto native, whose full name is Aubrey Drake Graham, detailed his wagering plans set around Thursday's NBA Finals Game Six, pitting the Indiana Pacers against the Oklahoma City Thunder

But Drake's not just a casual gambler - he's all-in, folks! With his latest wagering plans set around Thursday's NBA Finals Game Six, the rapper is betting big on the Oklahoma City Thunder to take home the championship. In fact, he's put up a whopping $800,000 to back the team.

So, what are Drake's stakes? Well, for starters, he's placed a $200,000 bet to win $712,000 if the Thunder defeats the Indiana Pacers by a margin of 6-10 points. That's a pretty sweet payout, but it gets even juicier - Drake has also made a straight-up wager on the Thunder to take down the Pacers for a whopping $222,000 prize.

The question on everyone's mind: Will Drake's bets pay off? With the Thunder holding a three-two series lead and riding high after their 120-109 win Monday night, it looks like the odds are in their favor. And if they do come out on top, Drake will be grinning from ear to ear - or maybe just crying all the way to the bank.

The musical artist, whose full name is Aubrey Drake Graham, was pictured in his native Toronto after taking in a Raptors-Celtics game in November of 2023

We can't help but wonder: What's behind Drake's sudden gambling binge? Has he got a winning streak brewing, or is this just a major losing streak? One thing's for sure: when it comes to high-stakes gaming, Drake's not afraid to put his money where his mouth is.

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Drake tagged Oklahoma City superstar Gilgeous-Alexander into the post, writing, 'Check that box @shai.' Pictured in December of 2021