What we know about NBA gambling and rigged poker game arrests

Authorities said the "mind-boggling" fraud involved tens of millions of dollars and included members of organised crime.

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Among those in custody are Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat player Terry Rozier, both of whom were reportedly arrested after their teams' games on Wednesday.

The arrests are part of a sweeping investigation into illegal gambling that produced two indictments, the FBI said — one into players who are allegedly faking injuries to influence betting odds, and another involving an illegal poker ring tied to organised crime.

Here is what we know about the cases.

FBI Director Kash Patel described the allegations to reporters as "mind-boggling".