Former NBA Players and Mafia Involved in $7M Poker Fraud Scheme Using X-Ray Tables
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Summary
A sophisticated poker fraud scheme involving former NBA players, celebrities, and wealthy gamblers used X-ray card tables and high-tech glasses to cheat victims out of $7 million. The elaborate plot, described by prosecutors as belonging in a Hollywood film, involved mafia connections and targeted unsuspecting players who were unaware they were being scammed with advanced technology that allowed cheaters to see opponents' cards.
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· 4 pulledCelebrities, professional sports stars and wealthy gamblers sat at a table hoping to win big in a game of Texas Hold 'Em. But they didn't know it was nearly impossible.
They were 'fishes' allegedly being targeted by the mafia in an elaborate poker gambling scheme that included X-ray card tables, secret c
Prosecutors said the elaborate plot, which allegedly netted $7m from victims, belonged in a Hollywood film.
Former NBA player Damon Jones (left) and basketball coach Chauncey Billups were arrested in connection with the scheme
Prosecutors said the elaborate plot, which allegedly netted $7m from victims, belonged in a Hollywood film.
