A highly unusual series of wagers targeting Terry Rozier’s game statistics triggered an NBA investigation after multiple sportsbooks detected suspicious betting patterns. On March 23, 2023, a professional bettor placed 30 separate bets in just 46 minutes, all focused on Rozier’s performance props during a Hornets game against the Pelicans. This activity centered on betting the unders, and notably, Rozier exited the game only 10 minutes after tipoff due to a foot injury.
Details of the Betting Patterns and Investigation Findings
Records show that a single bettor in Biloxi, Mississippi, wagered $13,759 on the unders of Rozier’s stats that night. The bulk of suspicious betting took place across multiple states, including Louisiana and Mississippi, with sportsbooks in New Orleans reporting unusually heavy action on Rozier’s props from morning through mid-afternoon. At least six sportsbooks identified this abnormal betting behavior, prompting the NBA to launch a probe into the matter.
“placed 30 wagers in 46 minutes,”
—source cited by David Purdum, ESPN.com
“bettor at a sportsbook in Biloxi, Mississippi, placed $13,759 in bets on the unders on Rozier’s statistics in a game that night”
—source cited by David Purdum, ESPN.com
“exited 10 minutes into the game, citing a foot issue.”
—source cited by David Purdum, ESPN.com
“at least six sportsbooks in multiple states detected suspicious betting on Rozier props that day, with the bulk of the activity occurring in Louisiana and Mississippi.”
—source cited by David Purdum, ESPN.com
“multiple sportsbooks in New Orleans also received heavier-than-expected action on the under on Rozier props, starting in the morning and lasting until midafternoon.”
—source cited by David Purdum, ESPN.com
Outcome and Ongoing Federal Inquiry Status
The NBA concluded its review, finding no violation of league rules related to the betting activity. Despite the league’s clearance, Terry Rozier remains among three NBA players reportedly under investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York. Following the alert, major sportsbooks suspended betting on Rozier props within an hour.
“halted betting on Rozier props within an hour of the U.S. Integrity alert,”
—source cited by David Purdum, ESPN.com
“while the federal inquiry remains ongoing, his client is not a target of the investigation”
—Jim Trusty, Rozier’s attorney
This episode underscores the challenges faced in maintaining the integrity of sports betting markets, particularly as high-value wagers intersect with unexpected player developments. The ongoing federal inquiry will determine whether further action is necessary, but for now, the league’s investigation has not found evidence warranting penalties.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What is Terry Rozier’s nickname?
A. Terry William Rozier III, pronounced roh-ZEER, was born on March 17, 1994. He is known as “Scary Terry.”
He plays professional basketball for the Miami Heat in the NBA.
Q. What is Terry Rozier’s salary?
A. Terry Rozier agreed to a 4-year contract with the Charlotte Hornets worth $96,258,694 on August 24, 2021. The deal’s salary cap impact varies between $21,486,316 and $26,643,031. Rozier plays in at least 70 regular season games.
Q. How much is Terry Rozier’s salary?
A. Stephen Curry, the point guard for the Golden State Warriors, holds the title of the NBA’s top-earning player right now.
Q. How much money does Terry Rozier make?
A. CURRENT AGREEMENT On August 24, 2021, Terry Rozier agreed to a 4-year contract worth $96,258,694 with the Charlotte Hornets. The contract affects the team’s salary cap between $21,486,316 and $26,643,031.