Jontay Porter Pleads Guilty in NBA Betting Scandal Case: Everything You Need to Know

Sports | July 10, 2024, 3:34 p.m.

Former NBA player Jontay Porter has admitted to participating in a gambling conspiracy, pleading guilty to wire fraud and expressing deep remorse for his actions. Porter confessed to intentionally withdrawing from games early to help others win bets on his performance, all in an effort to alleviate his substantial gambling debts. He is facing a potential prison sentence ranging from 3 ½ to 4 years, along with significant restitution and fines. Porter's lawyer attributed his actions to a gambling addiction, revealing that the 24-year-old has sought treatment and remains in therapy. In a related case, four other individuals are charged with profiting off insider information provided by an unnamed NBA player, suspected to be Porter, regarding game outcomes. The scandal, which involved bets against his own team and dissemination of confidential information, has cast a shadow on Porter's once-promising NBA career.