Toronto Raptors

In a shocking turn of events, the National Basketball Association (NBA) has handed down a lifetime ban to Toronto Raptors center Jontay Porter for his involvement in a betting scandal. The league’s investigation revealed that Porter not only disclosed confidential information to sports bettors but also bet on NBA games himself, violating the league’s strict rules regarding gambling. The incident came to light after the NBA noticed unusual betting patterns surrounding Porter’s performance in a game on March 20th.

The Orlando Magic put an end to the Toronto Raptors’ season-worst six-game losing skid with a convincing 113-103 victory on Friday night. The Magic, who have now won seven of their last nine games, were led by Franz Wagner’s 19 points and a well-rounded performance from rookie sensation Paolo Banchero. Banchero, the top overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, showcased his versatility with 17 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists.