Terry Rozier Gambling Scandal: More Suspicious Tweets Emerge
Terry Rozier Gambling Scandal: More Suspicious Tweets Emerge
Terry Rozier, a guard for the Miami Heat, finds himself at the center of a federal investigation into potential illegal gambling activity.
The probe stems from a game on March 23, 2023, when Rozier played for the Charlotte Hornets. During this matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans, Rozier exited early after just 10 minutes of play, recording 5 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists.
Federal investigators are examining whether Rozier’s performance in this game was intentionally manipulated as part of a sports betting scheme.
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The suspicion arose from unusual betting patterns and the absence of prop bets on Rozier’s performance on many sportsbooks prior to the game.
Several suspicious tweets have since emerged:
And now Rozier plays just 9 minutes and then is out the rest of the game? Conspiracy theorists are gonna run with this one. https://t.co/u3DX3H8uHw
— Noah (@DFSbyNoah) March 24, 2023
OMG Terry Rozier is absolutely finished. Cooked. He’s done for good, you’ll never see him in an NBA game again. Book it. pic.twitter.com/q6mjlZK0nb
— Wallace James (@joker15goat) January 30, 2025
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Some key points about the investigation:
- Betting ring connection: Members of a gambling ring linked to former Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter reportedly placed large bets against Rozier’s performance.
- Early exit: Rozier left the game citing a foot injury, which raised eyebrows among bettors and analysts.
- Undisclosed injury: Investigators are looking into whether Rozier purposely withheld information about his injury to influence betting outcomes.
The NBA has stated that it previously investigated the incident and found no evidence of wrongdoing. The league is now cooperating with federal authorities as they continue their probe.
This case bears similarities to the recent ban of Jontay Porter, who was found to have violated NBA rules by disclosing confidential information to bettors and wagering on NBA games. The league took swift action, imposing a lifetime ban on Porter.
The investigation into Rozier’s actions highlights the growing concern over the intersection of professional sports and gambling. As sports betting becomes more widespread and accessible, leagues and law enforcement agencies are increasing their vigilance to maintain the integrity of the games.
For players, the consequences of involvement in sports betting schemes can be severe, potentially resulting in suspensions, fines, or even lifetime bans from the NBA. The league has strict rules prohibiting players from betting on NBA games or sharing insider information that could influence betting markets.
As the investigation unfolds, it serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and ethical conduct in professional sports. Players, teams, and leagues must work together to ensure that the outcomes of games are determined solely by the skill and effort of the athletes on the court.
A longtime sports reporter, Carlos Garcia has written about some of the biggest and most notable athletic events of the last 5 years. He has been credentialed to cover MLS, NBA and MLB games all over the United States. His work has been published on Fox Sports, Bleacher Report, AOL and the Washington Post.
