The NBA has introduced a new rule, informally known as the “Jontay Porter Rule,” which prohibits sportsbooks from offering “under” or prop bets on players earning the lowest salaries or those on two-way or 10-day contracts.
This decision comes in response to the Jontay Porter scandal, where the former Toronto Raptors player was banned for life for violating the league’s gambling policy.
Jontay Porter, who was on a two-way contract with the Raptors, was found to have participated in multiple betting irregularities, including betting on his own games. This raised concerns about the integrity of the game and the potential for manipulation by low-salaried players who might be tempted to alter their performance to influence betting outcomes.
In response, the NBA has asked major sportsbooks, including FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetMGM, to stop offering these types of bets on players in these categories. The league believes this measure will help protect the integrity of its games and prevent similar incidents in the future.
This rule change is a significant step in the NBA’s ongoing efforts to address gambling-related issues and ensure that the sport remains free from corruption. While it may limit some betting options, the league believes it is a necessary measure to safeguard the game’s integrity.
