James “Tesla”

James, also known as “Tesla,” is an American cash game poker player and entrepreneur who currently resides in Panama City Beach, Florida. Tesla is most well-known for his appearances on Poker At The Lodge, where his unpredictable play in big pots has brought him attention from viewers of the show.

Tesla’s Poker Journey on Poker At The Lodge

Tesla debuted on February 17th, 2024, during PATL Episode 422. He participated in a $25/50 +$50BBA ($100) No Limit Hold ‘em game with Eric Chen, Chris Sestito, Xuan Liu, and others. Tesla emerged victorious with a remarkable profit of $122,925.

He returned to the felt the following day, on February 18th, 2024, for PATL Episode 423. This time, the stakes were even higher, with a $100/200 +$200BBA No Limit Hold ‘em game. He was seated with Doug Polk, Mariano, Alex Spencer, and others. Tesla experienced a significant setback, losing $451,150.

James achieved his best live cash on March 16th, 2024, during PATL Episode 435. Playing in a $50/100 +$100BBA ($200) No Limit Hold ‘em game alongside Brown Balla, Zach Hambrice, Nik Airball, and others, he secured an impressive profit of $197,050.

He faced his biggest loss during his most recent appearance on March 17th, 2024, in PATL Episode 436. Engaging in a high-stakes game of $100/200 +$200BBA ($400) No Limit Hold ‘em game with Taras, Goofy, Ryan Feldman, and others, Tesla incurred a staggering $615,000 loss.

Tesla: A Poker Maverick on the Rise

Tesla has emerged as a captivating figure, renowned for his audacious and unconventional playing style. With a penchant for bold moves and a propensity to go all-in regardless of his hand strength, Tesla quickly earned a reputation as one of the game’s most notorious players. His aggressive tactics led to electrifying moments at the table, captivating audiences worldwide and sparking debates within the poker community. Despite only making four appearances on The Lodge as of this writing, Tesla’s flamboyant persona and penchant for theatrics have drawn in a legion of enthusiastic followers. 

However, amidst the excitement and controversy surrounding his gameplay, questions arise about the sustainability of his approach and the potential for significant losses. Yet, Tesla’s unwavering dedication to the game and his embrace of the spotlight suggest that he’s unlikely to shy away from the table anytime soon, leaving spectators eagerly anticipating his next unpredictable move.