NBA Investigates Raptors' Jontay Porter for Betting Irregularities

The league probes unusual prop bet activity on Porter's performance, raising integrity concerns amid sports betting's rise.

The NBA is investigating Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter for betting irregularities involving his own player prop bets in games against the LA Clippers on Jan. 26 and the Sacramento Kings on March 20.
Porter's prop bets were flagged as the biggest moneymaker for bettors on those nights, with unusual betting activity noted on the under for his performance stats.
Porter, who is on a two-way contract with the Raptors, has missed recent games due to personal reasons amid the ongoing investigation.
The investigation raises concerns about the integrity of the game, as NBA players and employees are prohibited from betting on league events.
This incident comes as professional sports leagues grapple with the implications of legalized sports betting and its potential impact on game integrity.