Banned for life by NBA for gambling, former Toronto Raptor has triple-double in return basketball
Jontay Porter, banned from the NBA for gambling, achieved a triple-double in his return to professional basketball with the Seattle SuperHawks.Summary
Jontay Porter, formerly of the Toronto Raptors, made a successful return to professional basketball with the Seattle SuperHawks of the United States Basketball League (USBL) after being banned for life by the NBA in 2024 for gambling violations. Porter recorded a triple-double in his debut, scoring 21 points, grabbing 14 rebounds, and dishing out 14 assists. The NBA investigation revealed he shared confidential information with sports bettors and wagered on games, including against his own team. He recently pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and faces a potential prison sentence. The USBL and SuperHawks have expressed support for Porter, offering him a second chance and emphasizing his remorse and commitment to personal growth. He was previously on a two-way contract with the Raptors, earning $410,000, significantly less than a standard NBA contract.
(Source：CP24 Toronto)