Following a ban by the NBA, Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter is the first player in 70 years to receive such punishment for gambling violations. The league discovered that Porter placed over a dozen bets on NBA games, ranging from $15 to $22,000, totaling $54,000, with net winnings of $21,965, albeit none involving games in which he played.

By the Numbers
  • Porter placed at least 13 bets on NBA games, varying from $15 to $22,000.
  • His total payout from the bets was $76,059, with net winnings of $21,965.
Yes, But

Porter's agent, Mark Bartelstein, did not provide immediate comment on the ban.

State of Play
  • Porter was first signed by the Memphis Grizzlies in March 2020 and later waived by the team in July 2021.
  • He played in the G League before signing a two-way deal with the Toronto Raptors and Raptors 905 in December 2023.
What's Next

The league's investigation into Porter's actions continues as the NBA emphasizes the severity of gambling violations.

Bottom Line

Jontay Porter's ban from the NBA sheds light on the stringent consequences for breaching league gambling rules, illustrating a zero-tolerance approach to safeguarding the integrity of the sport and setting a powerful precedent for player conduct.