The NBA’s gambling scandal has continued to dominate headlines as federal investigators widen their probe into ‘Operation Royal Flush’ and ‘Nothing But Bet’. The arrests of Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier have already sent shockwaves through the league.
The ongoing probe has exposed a network that allegedly mixed insider betting, rigged poker games, and organized crime. As more details emerge, former NFL star Chad Johnson has weighed in with a warning.
Johnson, known for his outspoken takes, reacted strongly to the growing investigation on Nightcap. He emphasized how deep federal probes can run and how the FBI operates patiently, collecting evidence before making their move.
“The FBI, they watching for they don’t let it run,” Johnson said. “They got to wait till they get you. Oh, I can’t get you with one charge ‘cuz you might you a first timer. You going to get off. I got to get you deep. I got to make sure the hook is set.”
His comments reflected the fear many athletes now feel, realizing that what seemed harmless could have been monitored for months. Johnson’s message underscored that once the FBI steps in, it’s never about a single incident.
“You know the fish, right? You got to set the hook because if you don’t set it right, a big one gonna get away,” Johnson added.
His analogy comparing the investigation to fishing hits home. The idea that federal agents “set the hook” before reeling in suspects paints a picture of how methodical and deliberate these operations are. It’s a chilling thought for anyone even loosely tied to the networks now under scrutiny.
As the FBI tightens its grip, many are beginning to realize the scale of what could become one of the most damaging betting scandals in professional basketball history.
Kevin Garnett Is Being Linked to the Probe
A new twist emerged when reports surfaced linking Kevin Garnett to Operation Royal Flush. The mention came from journalist Pablo Torre, who claimed Garnett attended one of the private poker games organized by individuals now facing charges in 2019.
Current reports clarify that Garnett is not accused of any wrongdoing and has not been charged. His name surfaced only as someone who reportedly sat at a table that is now part of the broader investigation.
🚨 UPDATE: A number of former pro athletes played at private poker games organized by those indicted by the DOJ in “Operation Royal Flush.”
One of them — according to multiple sources with direct knowledge of a game that took place in 2019 — was Kevin Garnett. @pablofindsout https://t.co/9UEijIez8R
— Pablo Torre 👀 (@PabloTorre) October 24, 2025
Chauncey Billups faces charges related to illegal poker events, while Terry Rozier is accused of sharing insider information for betting purposes. Both remain under investigation as the league works with federal authorities.
Garnett’s mention, however limited, has intensified public interest, highlighting how far-reaching this case could become as the FBI continues to uncover new layers of the scandal.
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