NBA's Larry Nance Jr. Clarifies No Betting Involvement Amid Jontay Porter Scandal
Larry Nance Jr. of the New Orleans Pelicans emphasized his non-involvement in betting, distancing himself from the controversy surrounding banned player Jontay Porter.
- Larry Nance Jr. quickly corrected a statement about betting during a press conference, asserting he does not bet on sports.
- The clarification came amid discussions of the Pelicans' upcoming NBA playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
- Jontay Porter, formerly of the Toronto Raptors, received a lifetime NBA ban for betting on games and leaking insider information.
- Porter's ban highlights ongoing concerns about the integrity of sports in relation to gambling.
- The NBA continues to enforce strict gambling policies to protect the sport's integrity.