Former Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter texted a co-conspirator in his gambling case during an NBA game to provide inside information, new court documents obtained by The Athletic say. That information comes after the arrest of Shane Hennen,

New court documents show former Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter texted alleged co-conspirators in his gambling case during an NBA game.

NEW YORK (AP) — A sixth person was charged Monday in the federal sports betting case involving ex-NBA player Jontay Porter, and authorities disclosed a text message Porter allegedly sent explaining how to cash in on his plans to bench himself in a January 2024 game.

It was revealed that Jontay Porter was contacting the bettors during the Raptors game to tell them that he wasn't going to play anymore.

The documents reveal that Jontay Porter texted a co-conspirator during a Toronto Raptors game, sharing updates about his status.

Former Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter sent multiple messages outlining plans to intentionally influence NBA games for betting purposes, according

Hennen is the sixth person charged in the alleged betting scheme involving Porter, and along with Hennen’s arrest, federal authorities disclosed a text message Porter sent explaining how, during a Jan. 22, 2024, game against the Memphis Grizzlies, he planned to take himself out of the game.

Shane Hennen was arrested and charged in connection with an illegal betting scheme involving former NBA player Jontay Porter.

Ex-NBA star Jontay Porter faces charges for rigging sports bets and leaking insider tips to gamblers. More sports news and updates inside with Craig Mish!

The former Toronto Raptors center already has pleaded guilty in the criminal case and was banned from the NBA for life.