Gambling and baseball have a fraught history. From players being banned for gambling habits to MLB prohibiting any betting stakes during games, there is no shortage of incidents. But who says one can’t gamble after retirement? Alex Rodriguez, former Yankee, is taking advantage of just that.

The retired shortstop recently attended the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game and while he didn’t shoot hoops himself, he had some fun of his own. A-Rod is part owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves and has an avid interest in basketball. So it was only natural to see him attend one of the biggest games in the NBA, one that brings together pro athletes from different sports. But if he wasn’t playing, what was A-Rod doing before the show?

Alex Rodriguez hits the jackpot as he indulges in an old habit

Rodriguez may be known as one of the best pro baseballers in the world, but his life was not without issues. From accusations of PED usage to involvement in the Biogenesis scandal, A-Rod’s name is tainted despite his talent. But among the many controversies he has been associated with, gambling is another one.

In 2011, there were reports of an illegal game involving drugs, Alex Rodriguez, and other celebrities. Not only that, but violence broke out and while there was no evidence of A-Rod’s involvement, MLB decided to investigate anyway.

The incident blew over soon because of a lack of concrete evidence, so one can’t blame the former Yankee for indulging in an old hobby. Now that he’s retired, Rodriguez is not beholden to anyone as long as rules of decorum are followed.

Who accompanied A-Rod on the NBA All-Star weekend?

Rodriguez and his current girlfriend Jac Cordeiro made an appearance at the basketball game together. The couple, who has been dating since at least October last year, were spotted together. Cordeiro also posted a photo with NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal towering over her, both smiling wide.

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The couple seems to have found the perfect match in each other. If nothing else, they have the common goal of health and fitness to work toward. A-Rod has always stated how important staying healthy is to him, even if he’s not a pro athlete anymore. And Cordeiro is a fitness guru with her own company, so she pairs well with Rodriguez.

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And what better place for the two than to be at a basketball game!