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Banned From NBA, Former Raptor Jontay Porter Signs with Seattle USBL Team
- The Seattle SuperHawks announced Jontay Porter, former NBA forward, joined their 2026 roster February 25, 2026, his first pro opportunity since leaving the NBA.
- The NBA banned Jontay Porter for life in April 2024 for violating gambling rules, and he pleaded guilty in July 2024 to conspiracy to commit wire fraud with sentencing expected between 3-4 years.
- Ahead of a March 20 game, the NBA found Porter disclosed health information and flagged an $80,000 wager linked to a $1.1 million parlay, while he placed at least 13 bets, wagering $54,094.
- SuperHawks are one of eight teams in the United States Basketball League relaunch opening March 6, with Seattle hosting its home opener March 7 where Porter is expected to debut.
- Porter played 37 NBA games over two seasons, averaging 4.4 points and 3.2 rebounds; his 2024 petition to play in Greece was denied.
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Barred from NBA, ex-Raptor Jontay Porter signs with Seattle of United States Basketball League
Former Toronto Raptor Jontay Porter has signed with the Seattle SuperHawks for the 2026 season of the United States Basketball League, a minor pro league relaunching this spring with eight teams.
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