Reports claim that Maverick Carter, an American sports-marketing businessman and media personality, has admitted to betting with an illegal operator. According to The Washington Post, Carter confessed his involvement in unlicensed gambling in 2021, during the investigation into ex-Minor League pro Wayne Nix.

Back then, Nix plead guilty to the operation of an illegal sports betting business and the filing of false tax returns. During the investigation, Carter admitted to a federal agent that he made roughly 20 bets with the illegal bookmaker.

Carter, who manages the Los Angeles Lakers’ superstar LeBron James, told the federals that he placed around 20 bets with the bookmaker. All of the bets were roughly between $5,000 and $10,000 and were all placed on football and basketball. However, none of the bets Carter made were placed on the Lakes and he did not make any bets on the behalf of other people.

Carter Cooperated with the Authorities

Carter is not an athlete or sports official, meaning he is not barred from wagering on sports, as per the NBA’s rules. As a result, he avoided sanctions from the league.

Adam Mendelsohn, a media spokesperson for Maverick Carter and LeBron James, contacted The Washington Post on the matter, clarifying that the former was never the target of the investigation. Mendelsohn added that the businessman cooperated with the federals and helped resolve the issue.

In addition, Carter was never charged and was never contacted on the matter again, Mendelsohn said.

Nix Ran a Gambling Operation for Athletes

For reference, the Wayne Nix investigation uncovered a longtime-running operation that included many high-profile clients from the sports sector. The operation had been running for over twenty years and was focused on catering to the betting needs of professional athletes (who are, under normal circumstances, prohibited from betting).

The operation was run by former athletes who acted as bookmakers, offering betting on sports to clients across various leagues.

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Maverick Gaming, a company that develops, owns, and operates top-notch hotels with gaming facilities, has reinforced its portfolio with another property. As announced, the operator acquired the All-Star Lanes & Casino in Silverdale, Washington, further expanding Maverick Gaming’s footprint in the state.

All-Star Lanes & Casino is an entertainment venue that offers a variety of engagement options to its visitors. The property boasts a variety of gaming and poker tables for gambling enthusiasts, as well as 40 lanes of bowling. Video game enthusiasts can visit the arcade and play one of the many games available. After a long day of gaming and gambling, visitors can have a coffee or dinner at one of All-Star’s dining options.

All-Star, as a company, was founded in 1985. It currently fields more than 150 employees. Thanks to its popularity, the venue will be a valuable addition to Maverick Gaming’s portfolio.

All-Star will be Maverick Gaming’s 23rd card room in the state of Washington. The latter company currently operates a number of brands and properties across Nevada, Colorado and Washington.

Maverick Gaming Is Excited to Expand in Washington

Maverick Gaming’s chief executive officer and majority owner, Eric Persson, said that his team is proud to invest in Washington and grow its presence in the State. He added that his team hopes to establish a lasting relationship with Silverdale’s community and create many new jobs for the locals.

Maverick Gaming is proud of its ongoing investment in local communities and jobs across our state. We all look forward to building partnerships with the community of Silverdale, supporting family wage jobs and investing in a great local entertainment center.

Eric Persson, CEO, Maverick Gaming

Earlier this year, Maverick Gaming and Bally’s Corporation joined forces at Tropicana Las Vegas. Under the agreement between the two gambling powerhouses, the former party established a Maverick Gaming Poker Room at the Tropicana.

The new facility was designed to appeal to new and seasoned poker players alike and channel customers toward Bally’s LV property. Back then, Persson agreed to participate in Bally’s Big Bet Poker, generating extra hype for the new facility.

In May, Maverick Gaming picked PayNearMe’s MoneyLine product to bring the most comprehensive payment experience to consumers. The best-in-class payment solution helped the operator change the game and make payments more intuitive for players.

Last year, Maverick Gaming finalized its huge $80.5 million dollar acquisition of Evergreen Gaming.

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This strategic collaboration aims to enhance the gaming experience at the Tropicana and further solidify its position as a premier destination for poker enthusiasts in Las Vegas. Maverick Gaming’s involvement in the project brings substantial industry expertise and should allow the venue to draw attention away from recent controversies.

The New Room Will Cater to Both Professionals and Novices

Establishing a Maverick Gaming Poker Room at the Tropicana should hopefully attract new and experienced poker enthusiasts. Maverick Gaming’s position as a highly regarded casino operator will be instrumental in delivering exceptional gaming experiences to the casino resort’s poker offerings, elevating them above the competition. The planned poker venue will cater to all types of players, enhancing the entertainment options available to guests.

Outlaw Media Group founders Houston Curtis and Rick Mahr were instrumental in finalizing the agreement. They are the executive producers of Bally’s popular Big Bet Poker TV series and live stream, helping them recognize the value of such a partnership. They lauded Maverick owner Eric Persson’s expertise, describing him as a tremendous asset to the company.

Persson’s industry expertise and proven ability to build successful poker rooms align with Bally’s omnichannel network.

Houston Curtis, Outlaw Media Group co-founder and CEO

Persson will also participate in Bally’s Big Bet Poker, building hype for the new venue. According to officials involved with the project, this collaboration aligns with Tropicana’s commitment to providing a diverse range of gaming experiences catering to seasoned poker players and casual enthusiasts and allowing even novices to feel like VIPs.

Bally’s Reaffirms Its Commitment to the Iconic Property

This bit of good news comes at a critical time for the Tropicana. The casino resort recently faced criticism regarding the planned construction of an Oakland Athletics stadium nearby, which may force the venue to close for 18 to 24 months. Although Bally’s later stated they would keep the property open for as long as possible, rising uncertainty among workers caused the Culinary Union to get involved and secure employee rights.

A high-profile addition like the Maverick Gaming Poker Room is just what Bally’s needs to reaffirm its lasting commitment to the Tropicana in its continued efforts to continuously evolve and innovate, keeping the iconic casino resort relevant in the face of ongoing uncertainty in the industry. The two companies’ shared commitment to excellence will ensure that the Tropicana will continue to stand out among the competition.

This will not be your typical run-of-the-mill poker venue. It’s a place where adrenaline meets attitude and poker dreams come alive.

Jeremy Weinstein, Maverick Gaming CMO

The agreement between Maverick Gaming and Bally’s Corporation represents a mutually beneficial collaboration. By combining their strengths, the two companies can create a dynamic and thriving poker room capable of meeting the ever-changing industry demands and capturing the spirit of Las Vegas poker.

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MoneyLine is capable of integrating seamlessly with the IGT’s PlaySports platform and, as a result, offers Maverick Gaming and Maverick Sports customers a wide variety of payment options that make it easy to settle deposits and withdrawals.

MoneyLine Brings Best-in-Class Payment Experience

Commenting on this new opportunity, Maverick Gaming CEO Eric Persson hailed the integration as a “real game changer” not just for Maverick Sports, but also for the industry. According to Persson, MoneyLine is a product that has a very strong bearing on the overall customer experience and brands only stand to benefit. He specified:

PayNearMe has consolidated the widest range of deposit and payout methods in the industry into a single platform integration with a consistent look and feel, which gives our customers a broad choice of payment options on a single screen.

Maverick Gaming CEO Eric Persson

Because of how easy it is to integrate with leading platforms such as IGT PlaySports, users can use a number of payment solutions to facilitate their transactions safely, quickly, and reliably, with a range of payment options, including Venmo, PayPal, Apple Pay, cards, cash, and more.

Innovation and Strong Integration

As to PayNearMe, the company was similarly chuffed to see its solution integrated with yet another prominent operator. Company VP and general manager of iGaming and sports betting Leighton Webb had this to add outlining the latest developments:

PayNearMe gives operators the ability to offer cash, cards, ACH, Apple Pay, PayPal and Venmo for deposits, and payout options such as push to debit, PayPal and Venmo for funds availability in minutes as opposed to days.

PayNearMe’s Leighton Webb

MoneyLine is not just a digital-first solution, as the company also features a Cardless Cash at-ATM solution, which is designed to offer even more convenience to betting players. PayNearMe has been specializing in the delivery of payment solutions for the iGaming and sports betting industries, ensuring that partner operators’ audiences have best-in-class experiences and opportunities.

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