The start of the 2025-26 NBA season has been clouded by the shocking betting scandal that took over the sports world. And while Brooklyn Nets star Michael Porter Jr. wasn’t involved directly, some revelations were much more personal for the NBA icon.
Now, while Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier, and Damon Jones’ arrests were the main story, some focus was on Porter’s brother, Jontay Porter. According to reports, Jontay was blackmailed by gamblers to make him comply.
Brooklyn Nets Star Michael Porter Jr. Opens Up About Three-Hour Podcast With Brother Jontay
In a recent interview with the New York Post, Porter spoke about his brother Jontay. While the topic couldn’t be discussed in its entirety, Porter admitted to finally having a heart-to-heart with his brother.
The two apparently sat down for a three-hour podcast, the Nets star finally learning more about his brother’s situation.
“He recently actually got on my podcast. We haven’t put it out yet. We’re not able to put anything out at this time. But we did sit down to have a three-hour conversation,” Porter told The NY Post.
“It was like a therapy session for us because as brothers, that was the first time we sat down and really had a full conversation about what really happened, him being super honest and transparent about the entire thing. And it was great.”
Porter Now Understands the Entire Story After His Conversation With Jontay
“Yeah, me and Jontay actually recently sat down and had a conversation and spoke for the first time,” Porter explained. “He told the extent of his story for the first time to me.”
He revealed that it was the first time the details were shared with him, giving him a better perspective than an outsider looking in.
“…For a long time I was kind of on the outside looking in as well, because for a long time he wasn’t trying to involve the family because of the fact that the people that were involved were dangerous people.”
The entire situation, including multiple arrests, has launched a deeper discussion into the NBA and how the league is also at fault. While some agreed with the NBA’s rules, some found them excessive and outdated.
While the discussion continues, Porter — and the rest of the league — have no choice but to carry on with their new campaign.
The 27-year-old recently made his Nets debut, scoring 12 points in his first outing against the Charlotte Hornets.
