Pablo Torre Finds Out "Your League Is So Cooked": The Best Bettor in NBA History on How to Solve a Gambling Crisis
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Nov 6, 2025 Bob Voulgaris, a former NBA bettor turned analytics executive and C.D. Castellón owner, dives into his journey from a Winnipeg skycap to the forefront of gambling insights. He reveals dark secrets of sports betting, including how sportsbooks limit winning bettors. Voulgaris shares groundbreaking insights about player performance and how gambling integrity is threatened by factors like tanking. He also discusses the dangers of legalized gambling and proposes radical reforms to protect the game's integrity, all while maintaining a sharp sense of humor.
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From Skycap To Nine-Figure Bettor
- Bob Voulgaris made consistent, large annual profits betting the NBA for about 15–17 years, roughly $8–10M per year.
- He accomplished this before U.S. legalization by using offshore books, beards, and in-person intermediaries.
Data And Tape Built The Edge
- Voulgaris exploited subtle structural NBA patterns by collecting play-by-play data and game tape to find edges.
- He emphasizes relentless data collection and pattern recognition as the core of his advantage.
Prepare For Limits When You Win
- Expect sportsbooks to limit or close accounts once you demonstrate an ability to win; concealment was essential historically.
- Use diversified accounts and beards strategically because casinos will not allow persistent winners free rein.