That actually is an interesting question. If Tommy was being killed by Gambino men, it wouldnt make sense for the guys taking him to his making ceremony to be members of the Gambinos, theyd have to by Lucchese's.

Never thought about that. Might just be a bit of directorial initiative on Scorsese's part, seeing as he deleted the whole John Gotti part of the story. In the movie its phrased as if Lucchese guys are killing Tommy, but for whacking a Gambino man. Doesnt make sense.

Also, does anyone know if the real Tommy was killed like in the movie, thinking he was about to be made?