Federal Investigation Targets Terry Rozier Over Betting Irregularities

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier is under federal investigation related to unusual betting activity during a March 2023 game when he was with the Charlotte Hornets. The investigation is part of a broader probe that led to the lifetime ban of Jontay Porter, who manipulated his performances for gambling benefits. Rozier played just over nine minutes in that game against the New Orleans Pelicans before exiting due to a foot injury, raising suspicions about his performance amidst a flood of 'under' bets on his player props. The NBA previously investigated the matter and found no violations of its rules, but they are now cooperating with the U.S. Attorney's Office investigation. Rozier has not been charged with any crime nor accused of wrongdoing, and his attorney expressed confidence in the outcome of the ongoing investigation. The situation highlights growing concerns about the intersection of sports and gambling, particularly following the recent scandal involving Porter.