What a sigh of relief for those of us who aren't New York Knicks superfans! We need to give a big shout-out to the Indiana Pacers for giving us all a break from the relentless media frenzy. This episode, we're not just talking sports; we're diving into the fanfare that sometimes feels like it's more about the hype than the game – think Stephen A. Smith and Spike Lee levels of zeal. And for anyone who's flirted with lady luck in sports betting, I've got a story about Drake's latest misadventures that might sound uncomfortably familiar. Plus, I'll reveal a time when I learned the hard way that there's a time to bet and a time to just watch the game.

Gambling Mad with Norman Chad is written by Norman Chad and ghost written by...Norman Chad. Executive Producer Rick Barrio Dill and Jon Sheinberg. Produced by Rick Barrio Dill and Bri Coorey. Additional graphics and writing assistance by Dan Telfer. Socials and Marketing Nick Wolferman. Engineering and Editing by Bri Coorey. Equipment provided by SLAP Studios LA (SLAPStudiosLA.com) and studios provided by SLAP Studios LA and 360-Pod.

If you, or someone you know needs help around gambling related issues, there are more ways than ever to get connected with help. Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 888-ADMIT-IT (236-4848) or go to www.gamblinghelp.org