 In March 1985, Tulane University faced one of the more sordid scandals in NCAA history when five basketball players, most notably star John "Hot Rod" Williams, were alleged to have been involved in a point shaving scheme.According to New Orleans prosecutors, the ringleaders of the scheme used cocaine to gain the confidence of the players.While Williams was tried on charges related to the scheme, a mistrial was declared and the presiding judge dropped all charges.