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Who is Terry Rozier? All you need to know about Miami Heat guard under investigation amid suspicious sports betting activity

Terry Rozier is currently under federal investigation for allegedly manipulating his performance during a game in 2023.

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The Miami Heat have had a turbulent season both on and off the court. Currently sitting at sixth place in the Eastern Conference with a .500 record of 23-23, the team’s struggles have extended beyond the court. Amid the Jimmy Butler trade saga, a new controversy has erupted. According to The Wall Street Journal, Heat’s shooting guard Terry Rozier is currently under federal investigation for allegedly manipulating his performance during a March 2023 game between the Charlotte Hornets and the New Orleans Pelicans.

The investigation was triggered by unusual betting patterns and Rozier’s early exit from the game due to a sore right foot. Despite the NBA finding no violations, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York has launched its own inquiry into potential match-fixing.

Amid the serious allegations, here’s all you need to know about Terry Rozier.

Terry Rozier NBA Career

Terry Rozier was selected by the Boston Celtics with the 16th overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft. He spent his first four seasons with the Boston Celtics, where he played a key role in their 2017-2018 championship run. He then moved to the Charlotte Hornets, where he enjoyed few successful seasons.

Terry Rozier Miami Heat Career

In January 2024, Rozier was traded to the Miami Heat from Hornets for guard Kyle Lowry and a protected 2027 first-round pick. The 30-year-old has averaged 13.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 72 games for the Heat in his career. This season, Rozier has averaged 12.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game in 42 appearances.

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Terry Rozier Controversy

The controversy surrounding Terry Rozier surfaced over suspicious betting activity during the March 2023 game. Rozier played only nine minutes, scoring five points, four rebounds, and two assists before leaving the game due to a foot injury. His early exit raised red flags and led to the ongoing federal investigation.

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