Two gambling controversies are happening in professional sports right now, and they seem to be heading in different directions. Shohei Ohtani, a baseball star, may not face any consequences from Major League Baseball for his actions. However, Jontay Porter, a basketball player, could be facing severe punishment from the NBA.
Commissioner Adam Silver stated on Wednesday that Porter could potentially be banned from the game permanently. Silver emphasized that gambling in NBA games is considered a serious offense, especially when a player is directly involved. The investigation into Porter’s actions is ongoing, but the consequences could be very harsh.
Porter is suspected of leaving two games early, with heavy betting on the under for his prop bets. Prop bets are a way for individual players to influence the outcome of bets by not performing well or leaving the game early. This situation serves as a warning for the NBA about the risks of gambling-related issues and the need to prevent them in the future.
It’s unclear whether Porter directly placed bets on his prop bets or if someone else did it for him. Regardless, it highlights the challenge for the NBA and all sports leagues to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
