The NBA's investigation into Jontay Porter revealed: - He bet at least 13 times on NBA games through a friend's account - He bet $54,094 on NBA games & won $21,965 - He didn't bet on games he played - He bet on the Raptors to lose
The NBA's investigation into Jontay Porter revealed: - He "disclosed confidential information" about his health to a bettor before Mar. 20 game. - Another bettor placed $80,000 bet on Porter to win $1.1 million, wagering he would underperform. - The bet was frozen & not paid.
@BenGolliver @WorldWideWob When betting on yourself goes wrong
@BenGolliver Did his friend win too much money and someone became suspicious because you’re supposed to lose gambling?
@BenGolliver Imagine betting on your own team to lose and then they win. 🤣
@BenGolliver @WorldWideWob Looks like Jontay Porter was trying to be the real MVP of the gambling world! Who knew he was such a high roller, hopefully he didn't bet on himself to win the championship!
@BenGolliver This false, he actually bet wins for the opposing teams of the raptors
@BenGolliver @WorldWideWob Man, he got banned for life over $21,965
@BenGolliver @WorldWideWob Threw away potential millions in the long-run for a short-term gain of $20K. He could’ve Doorsashed on the side