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James Wiseman's Poker Chip Mishap Angers Golden State Warriors Teammates
Community & StoriesJune 3, 2021·1 min read

James Wiseman's Poker Chip Mishap Angers Golden State Warriors Teammates


James Wiseman, a new player for the Golden State Warriors, lost poker chips entrusted to him by his teammates. The incident occurred during a team trip, where Wiseman was tasked with holding onto the chips used in their joint poker games. Wiseman's teammates were upset because he did not realize the importance of the task they had given him.

Wiseman, who is not yet 21 years old, is legally unable to participate in gambling for real money. This incident highlights the seriousness with which the Warriors take their poker games, as many players in the team are avid poker enthusiasts.

Wiseman shared that his teammates reacted aggressively to the mishap, with one veteran player telling him that he was "responsible with his head" for the chips. Despite the incident, Wiseman is expected to participate in future poker games to maintain good relations with his teammates.

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