The U.S. government alleges that a dozen men with ties to infamous Mafia clans oversaw a brazen poker cheating scheme spanning six years.

You can picture the scene. Tucked somewhere between the glitter and grit of Manhattan, a room wafting smoke with the rhythm of a poker game seemingly like any other: Cards whisper against felt, chips click in steady tempo,

Clippers coach Tyronn Lue reportedly tied to the same Mafia-backed rigged poker scandal as Chauncey Billups in Las Vegas.

Here is what we know about former NBA player Kevin Garnett's alleged involvement in the FBI's gambling scandal.

The source added that Garnett chose to leave early upon realizing the nature of the gathering. Torre also reported that Garnett has not been contacted by federal authorities and is not accused of wrongdoing.

Federal prosecutors allege a Georgia man named John Mazzola — nickname “John South” — played on the “Cheating Team” in rigged poker games in Manhattan and Miami.

Sophia "Pookie" Wei has been accused by her former landlord of "destroying" his home and failing to pay rent—prompting him to evict her.

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.

Basketball Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett reportedly played in one of the Mafia-backed illegal poker games connected to the federal