Jontay Porter’s lifetime NBA ban highlights the risks of sports gambling

Posted Apr 19, 2024
The NBA has banned Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter for life after an internal investigation found that he placed bets on basketball and gave information to a bettor to improve their odds. It is the latest situation involving athletes and sports betting as the gambling industry has exploded and as such transactions have become increasingly accessible. (Vox.com)

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