Former NBA Player Jontay Porter Signs with Seattle Team After Gambling Ban

Jontay Porter, who received a lifetime NBA ban in 2024 for gambling violations, has signed with the Seattle SuperHawks of the United States Basketball League. The 26-year-old forward is currently awaiting sentencing on federal wire fraud charges related to the gambling scandal.

A former NBA player who was permanently expelled from the league for gambling violations has found a new team.

The Seattle SuperHawks of the United States Basketball League announced Wednesday they have added Jontay Porter to their roster for the 2026 season.

The 26-year-old forward was permanently barred from the NBA last year after league officials discovered he deliberately underperformed in two games to affect betting outcomes on his statistics. The investigation revealed Porter intentionally restricted his playing time and performance to influence gambling results.

Porter’s legal troubles continue as he faces federal charges. He entered a guilty plea to conspiracy to commit wire fraud, a felony offense that could result in up to two decades behind bars. According to ESPN reports, he is likely to receive a prison sentence of three to four years when his case concludes.

The SuperHawks will start their USBL campaign on March 7. Interestingly, the league emphasizes integrity in its core principles, stating:

“The games we play must be decided on the court. Every rule we establish, every policy we implement, and every decision we make is guided by a commitment to fair competition. Players, coaches, and fans must be able to trust that the outcomes they witness are earned through skill, preparation, and effort — nothing else.”

During his NBA career, Porter compiled modest statistics, recording 3.7 points per game across 37 appearances with the Memphis Grizzlies and Toronto Raptors, including five starts.

Porter is the sibling of Brooklyn Nets player Michael Porter Jr.