Raptors' Jontay Porter Investigated for NBA Betting Scandal
March 25, 2024Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter is under NBA investigation for alleged betting irregularities on his game performances.
Suspicions arose due to abnormal betting patterns on Porter's performance props for games on January 26 and March 20.
Increased bets favored the 'under' on Porter's stats, with his 3-point performance generating substantial winnings for bettors.
Porter, on a two-way contract, missed a recent game and is out of an upcoming game, officially due to personal reasons.
Possible repercussions for Porter include contract termination and a lifetime NBA ban, as NBA players cannot bet on league events.
This season, Porter has averaged 4.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.3 assists over 26 games, with 14 minutes of play per game.
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ESPN • Mar 25, 2024
Sources: NBA eyes Raptors' Jontay Porter for betting issues - ESPNHoopsHype • Mar 25, 2024
Jontay Porter under investigation by NBA for prop betting