Man Sentenced to 2 Years for Role in NBA Betting Scandal
Timothy McCormack received a two-year prison sentence on January 21, 2026, for his involvement in an NBA betting scandal. He became the first individual sentenced in connection with this extensive conspiracy, which implicated NBA players Terry Rozier and Jontay Porter. The federal court in Brooklyn delivered the ruling against McCormack, who was identified as a self-proclaimed gambling addict.
Details of the Case
McCormack admitted to defrauding sports betting platforms. He utilized nonpublic information to place lucrative wagers on NBA games, especially those involving players connected to the alleged conspiracy. During his sentencing, McCormack expressed his struggles with gambling addiction, mentioning, “I’ve struggled with a gambling addiction for more than half my life.”
Sentencing Insights
- Judge: LaShann DeArcy Hall
- Government Sentencing Request: Four years
- Final Sentence: Two years
Judge DeArcy Hall remarked that McCormack’s actions undermined the integrity of sports. She stated, “This is a serious crime. Sports matters to me as an individual, as it should to society.”
Roles of Other Individuals
- Terry Rozier: Currently on unpaid leave from the Miami Heat, he has pleaded not guilty to charges related to wire fraud and money laundering.
- Jontay Porter: Pleaded guilty to a federal conspiracy charge and has been banned from the NBA, awaiting sentencing.
Prosecutor David Berman acknowledged McCormack’s lesser role compared to other conspirators but emphasized his significant contribution to the fraud. Berman stated, “Without people like the defendant, these schemes can’t work.”
The outcomes of the cases involving Rozier and Porter are highly anticipated, with court dates expected in the coming months. McCormack’s sentence marks a notable development in the ongoing investigation into corruption within the NBA.
