More than 30 arrested, including NBA stars
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NBA, Kevin Garnett and Pablo S. Torre
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Two shocking federal indictments give a glimpse into an alleged illegal sports betting scheme in the National Basketball Association and rigged poker games involving organized crime families, leading to the arrests of more than 30 people.
Dozens of people including former and current NBA players and a coach have been charged in connection to two investigations into an alleged widespread sports betting scheme and organized crime ring.
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Pablo Torre Claims Kevin Garnett Played in Private Poker Game Linked to "Operation Royal Flush"
"Operation Royal Flush" is a federal investigation targeting an alleged illegal gambling and money laundering network that included high-stakes poker games attended by celebrities, athletes, and wealthy figures. The DOJ announced multiple indictments earlier this week tied to the operation.
The NBA was rocked by the arrests of more than 30 people accused of illegal sports betting and poker schemes, including a player and coach.
Feds charge NBA players and coach Chauncey Billups in a Mafia-backed gambling scam that rigged underground poker games across 11 states.
Terry Rozier's moniker started as an internet meme. Now it's in an FBI indictment. Here's the nicknames used for the accused in NBA gambling scandal.
Two indictments. Massive probes. “Operation Royal Flush.” “Operation Nothing But Bet.” Well-executed operations that infiltrated pro sports in a manner we’ve not seen at this level in a while.