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šŸŽ° No Doubt NBA STAR plays Blackjack, and Largest Jackpot in NY Casino + Free Giveaway! Jackpot Journal Inside!

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šŸŽ° No doubt NBA STAR plays Blackjack, and Largest Jackpot in NY Casino?

From No Doubt’s massive reunion announcement at the Las Vegas Sphere to Empire City Casino’s record-breaking $2.9 million jackpot, the action is nonstop. Our Clip of the Week features Hoagie’s $515 score on Tuna Overload at PlayStar Casino, while we reveal the Top 5 Loosest Slot Casinos in America. Plus, don’t miss our Trivia of the Week for a shot at a FREE gift card, and a special spotlight on Iman Shumpert’s blackjack showdown at Borgata.

Plus, don’t miss our live streams, with Taylor Mathis , the Eat-A-Hoagie Challenge and over $100 in giveaways—catch the action weekly at 9PM ET on Twitch.tv/TheSlotSquad!

Jackpot Journal Insider: šŸŽ° The 5 U.S. Casinos With the Loosest Slots šŸ’øšŸ”„

In the world of slot machines, RTP (Return to Player) measures how much money a slot pays back over time — for example, a 95% RTP means players get about $95 back for every $100 wagered in the long run. Some casinos across America have earned reputations for having ā€œlooserā€ slots, offering higher RTPs and better odds for players. Here are the Top 5 Loosest Slot Casinos in the U.S. for those chasing the best returns.

1.) Resorts World New York City – Located at 110-00 Rockaway Blvd, Queens, NY, this casino tops most ā€œloosest slotsā€ lists with an impressive 96.9% RTP and over 5,800 machines. The OTB section is known for especially generous returns. Pro tip: Hit the floor early in the day before crowds form to claim the high-payback favorites.

2.) Reno, Nevada Casinos – The Reno region averages around 94.6% RTP, with hundreds of machines in each property across its downtown strip. Smaller local casinos often edge out the bigger names in payouts. Pro tip: Stick to off-Strip venues for the loosest machines and longer playtime.

3.) Sam’s Town, Las Vegas (Boulder Strip) – Found at 5111 Boulder Hwy, this Vegas favorite runs 1,000+ slots and averages a 94.2% RTP. Boulder Strip casinos are famous for higher returns than those on the main Strip. Pro tip: Play during midweek afternoons when machines are least crowded.

4.) CasaBlanca Resort, Mesquite, NV – With an estimated 94.1% RTP and around 700 machines, CasaBlanca offers some of Nevada’s best odds outside major tourist areas. Pro tip: Visit mid-week or early mornings — locals swear that’s when looser settings are most active.

5.) Harrah’s Resort, Atlantic City, NJ – At 777 Harrah’s Blvd, AC’s top loose slot contender features 2,000+ machines and a regional-best 91.5% RTP. Pro tip: Try the quarter slots in the older sections of the floor; they’ve historically paid out more consistently.*RTP based on averages and not guaranteed

No Doubt Reunites for Explosive 2026 Las Vegas Sphere Residency

No Doubt is officially heading to Las Vegas in 2026 for an epic reunion that fans have waited over a decade for! The iconic ska-pop band, fronted by the legendary Gwen Stefani alongside Tony Kanal, Tom Dumont, and Adrian Young will light up the Sphere with a six-show run packed with nostalgia, energy, and mind-bending visuals. This marks the group’s first multi-night return together since the early 2010s, and Gwen Stefani will make history as the first woman ever to headline the cutting-edge Vegas venue. Expect hits like ā€œJust a Girl,ā€ ā€œSpiderwebs,ā€ and ā€œDon’t Speakā€ to sound bigger than ever inside the world’s most immersive concert experience.

Tickets are expected to range between $140 and $250, with premium and VIP packages climbing higher for those who want the full experience. The public on-sale begins October 17, 2025, with a presale for registered fans opening earlier in the week.

šŸ’” Pro Tip: Register for the presale as soon as possible. Sphere shows sell out in minutes. Have your account logged in and your payment ready right at 10 a.m. PT on release day to snag the best seats before prices skyrocket!

šŸŽ° šŸŽ‰Big Winner of the Week – šŸŽ‚ Empire City’s Biggest Win Ever! šŸŽ°

Barnett T. of New Rochelle hit a record-breaking $2,995,532 JACKPOT. This is the largest single win in Empire City Casino history. With that spin, Barnett officially joined the casino’s Millionaires Club, cementing what may be one of the most memorable nights in the venue’s legacy.

Empire City Casino (also known as Yonkers Raceway & Empire City Casino) is located at 1 Racetrack Drive, Yonkers, New York, right on the border of New York City. The facility features over 5,300 slot machines (expanded in phases since its opening) and offers a full slate of table games such as blackjack, roulette, craps, and baccarat. While it does not currently have a full poker room, its racino format blends racing and gaming uniquely.

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šŸŽ„ Clip of the Week:

Hoagie hooked a big one with a $515 win playing Tuna Overload on PlayStar Casino, earning the spot for our Clip of the Week. Tuna Overload, created by Spinberry, is a fun fishing-themed slot featuring a 5Ɨ3 reel layout and 10 paylines. The game includes wilds, scatters, free spins, and exciting bonus respins, giving players plenty of chances to reel in big prizes. With an RTP of around 93.25%, this medium-volatility slot keeps the action flowing like the tide and Hoagie’s catch proved just how rewarding those waters can be. Watch weekly at twitch.tv/TheSlotSquad

šŸŽ§ Casino Podcast of the Week

This week’s featured listen is ā€œNo Limit: All Inā€ with host Iman Shumpert, live from The Borgata Casino — where Iman and his crew kick things off with a friendly game of blackjack before diving into an unfiltered roundtable on basketball and life. Joined by Kenyon Martin, Rashad McCants, and Darius Miles, Episode 4 delivers raw locker room stories, heated debates, and hilarious moments you won’t want to miss. From Kawhi Leonard’s controversy and Anthony Edwards’ rise to Carmelo’s legacy and the one NBA rule Iman would change, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and Vegas-style vibes.

šŸƒ Weekly No Limit episodes drop every Friday!
šŸŽ§ Click below to watch the full episode and see who walks away from the Borgata blackjack table a winner!


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