Gambler Mikki Mase on NBA Betting Scandal & How Mafia Rigged NBA Poker Games

Watch the FULL uncensored interview early — become a VladTV YouTube Member now: https://www.youtube.com/vladtv/join ⸻ Mikki Mase returns to VladTV for a wide-ranging and controversial conversation covering high-stakes gambling, alleged NBA betting scandals, and the darker side of casino culture. Mikki breaks down what he claims is a massive NBA mafia betting investigation involving players, coaches, and gambling insiders, naming figures like Chauncey Billups and Tony Rosaire. According to Mikki, the investigation spanned 11 states and involved at least 34 people, exposing how deep gambling manipulation can run. During the interview, Mikki explains common cheating methods used in underground and casino gambling, including marked cards, rigged shuffle machines, nano earpieces, and coordinated dealer-player schemes. He also shares personal stories from his own gambling career, including losing $8 million in a single afternoon after realizing games were allegedly compromised. The conversation dives into the legal gray areas of gambling, the psychological toll of addiction, and how easily money and power can distort judgment. Mikki also addresses ongoing personal controversies, including defamation lawsuits, sexual assault allegations, and conflicts involving public figures such as Sean Perry. Vlad and Mikki touch on upcoming boxing events like Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua, with Mikki surprisingly backing Jake Paul despite the odds. Vlad also shares his own experiences dealing with copyright issues, including disputes involving Joyner Lucas using VladTV content without permission. The interview expands beyond gambling to media responsibility, discussing how narratives are shaped around global conflicts like Israel and Palestine, and why balanced representation matters. The conversation wraps with lighter moments, personal preference questions, and reflections on reputation, accountability, and survival in high-risk industries. 00:00 – Cold Open: Thanksgiving Plans & Studio Banter 02:50 – Intro: Mikki Mase on NBA Betting Headlines 04:45 – Breaking Down the NBA Insider Wagering Case 06:10 – Why Unusual Betting Patterns Don’t Always Prove Guilt 08:20 – Sportsbooks, Risk Management, and Limiting Exposure 10:40 – Underground Card Games & Private High‑Stakes Tables 13:00 – Smart Tech in Card Games: Glasses, Apps, and Shufflers 16:30 – Marked Cards and Subtle Hand Movements Explained 19:15 – “Card Arranging Machines” and What They Can Actually Do 22:40 – Mikki’s $8M Downswing and $9M Comeback Session 26:20 – Getting Banned from Casinos & Advantage Play Strategy 30:35 – When Cheating Gets Caught: Real‑World Consequences 38:10 – The Terry Watanabe Story: Extreme High Roller Losses 44:20 – Slots vs Table Games: House Edge and Long‑Term Outcomes 53:20 – Gambling Habits vs Gambling Addiction: Where’s the Line? 1:05:10 – Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua: Odds, Risk, and Value Bets 1:18:15 – Vlad on Copyright, Content Ownership, and Lawsuits 1:32:40 – Building a Career on Interviews, Controversy & Consistency