Mattress Mack makes massive bet in Louisiana to open Ceasars Horseshoe
Jim McIngvale made a $1 million bet on the Houston Cougars to win the men's Final Four at 8-to-1 odds at the Horseshoe sportsbook in Lake Charles. He is a well-known Houston furniture magnate who is also a philanthropist. His business is based on high-stakes gambling. He offers his customers discounts on his furniture. Louisiana Gaming Commission chairman Ronnie Johns says McIngevale's presence boosts business in the state. Mcingeval was born in Mississippi. his brother Ralph played football at LSU.
