Federal prosecutors are investigating unusual betting activity surrounding former Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier during a game in March 2023, now with the Miami Heat. Despite no charges or accusations against Rozier, the NBA confirmed the investigation's existence, which followed a similar probe that led to Toronto Raptors' Jontay Porter's lifetime ban. In the game under scrutiny, Rozier played only the first quarter, raising suspicions among bettors who had placed prop bets on his performance metrics.
The investigation stems from concerns raised by bettors after Rozier's sudden exit from the game against the New Orleans Pelicans, where he fell short of prop bet projections. Sportsbooks reported unusual betting patterns and took down Rozier's prop bets prior to tip-off, sparking speculation over potential foul play. While Rozier and his legal team assert his innocence, the ongoing inquiry echoes a recent case involving Porter, reinforcing the NBA's vigilance against gambling-related misconduct within the league.