Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier is facing investigation by federal prosecutors over allegations of manipulating his performance related to an illegal sports betting operation. A report detailed suspicious betting behavior under scrutiny, where a professional bettor placed 30 wagers on Rozier's game performance in a short period. On March 23, 2023, a $13,759 bet on Rozier's performance statistics won after he exited the game early due to injury. Harrah's Gulf Coast casino initially refused to pay out winnings, suspecting 'rigging' and 'inside information'.
On the morning of March 23, 2023, a bettor at a sportsbook in Biloxi, Mississippi, placed $13,759 in bets on the unders on Rozier's statistics in a game that night between the Charlotte Hornets and New Orleans Pelicans.
All 30 bets won, after Rozier, an eight-year veteran with the Hornets at the time, exited 10 minutes into the game, citing a foot issue.
Harrah's Gulf Coast initially refused to pay the gambler's winning tickets, citing a house rule on 'rigging' and suspicion of 'inside information'.
The largest bet, a $2,700 wager on under 5.5 rebounds for Rozier, was made over the counter, using a casino player's card.
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