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Poker Ring Trial Set After Plea Denied | Venice Beach News
A LA judge just nixed a plea deal for 50-year-old Yevgeni Gershman, who was set to get just two years for running illegal poker games at Gilbert Arenas’ mansion — now he’s back to trial in November. The operation, uncovered in July 2025, involved high-stakes games, rake money, and a full-service setup with masseuses, chefs, and armed guards. Gershman also faces immigration fraud charges for faking a marriage to gain legal status and has prior convictions in Israel. Arenas, the ex-Washington Wizards star, is also on the hook — and this time, it’s not just about a gun in the locker room, but a…
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