Ex-NBA Player Jontay Porter Banned for Life Over Betting Scheme

Porter admitted to manipulating game performance to aid bettors and clear gambling debts, with new court documents revealing detailed communications.

Jontay Porter, a former Toronto Raptors player, was banned from the NBA in April 2024 after an investigation uncovered his role in a betting scheme.
Porter admitted to intentionally underperforming in games and faking injuries to help bettors win on prop bets, citing significant gambling debts as his motivation.
Court documents reveal that Porter sent text messages to co-conspirators during and before games, providing inside information about his playing status and performance plans.
Shane Hennen, a Las Vegas man, was arrested and charged with wire fraud conspiracy for his role in the scheme, including placing bets using information from Porter.
Porter pleaded guilty to federal conspiracy charges in July 2024 and is scheduled for sentencing in May 2025, facing up to 20 years in prison.