Toronto Raptors Forward Jontay Porter Banned from NBA
Allegations of Betting-Related Violations
Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter has been banned from the NBA following an investigation into allegations of betting-related violations. The league announced the ban on Wednesday, stating that Porter provided confidential information to bettors, limited his own participation in games for gambling purposes, and bet on NBA games.
Potential Expulsion from League
The NBA said that Porter could face expulsion from the league if the betting-related accusations against him are found to be true. The investigation, which was conducted by the league's security and investigation department, began several months ago following reports of suspicious betting patterns involving Porter.
Raptors Express Disappointment
The Toronto Raptors released a statement expressing disappointment in Porter's actions and said that they will fully cooperate with the NBA's investigation. Porter, who was acquired by the Raptors in a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies last summer, had not played in a game this season due to a knee injury.
The NBA's investigation into Porter is ongoing, and it is unclear when or if he will be allowed to return to the league. The ban is a significant blow to the Raptors, who are currently in the midst of a playoff push.
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