Former NBA Player Patrick Beverley Arrested for Felony Assault
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Former NBA player Patrick Beverley, aged 37, has recently been arrested on a charge of felony assault. Beverley was taken into custody by the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Department on Friday, Nov. 14. The charge against him alleges that he assaulted a family or household member in a manner that obstructed breathing or circulation, as reported by court records seen by PEOPLE. The initial report of Beverley’s arrest was by TMZ.
According to sources, Beverley posted a $40,000 bond and was expected to be released from jail on the same day. Attempts to reach a spokesperson for the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Department for additional comments were unsuccessful. Following his arrest, Beverley made a post on his social media account, seemingly addressing the situation, stating, “Please don’t believe everything you see on the internet. Hope all is well Luv,” accompanied by heart and praying hands emojis.
Beverley’s attorney, Letitia Quinones-Hollins, provided a statement to TMZ, which was also shared on Beverley’s social media platform. The statement highlighted Beverley’s concern for his younger sister, a minor, and disputed the description of events leading to the arrest. The attorney mentioned Beverley’s lack of previous criminal record and stated that he looks forward to addressing the matter in court.
Born in Illinois, Beverley had a successful basketball career, starting from his time at the University of Arkansas. He went on to play professionally both in Europe and the United States after being selected in the second round of the 2009 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. Throughout his NBA career, Beverley played for various teams, including the Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Chicago Bulls, before joining the Milwaukee Bucks in 2024.
Beverley’s tenure in the NBA was not devoid of controversies. In 2024, he issued an apology after throwing a basketball at a fan during a game, resulting in a suspension. Subsequently, he signed with the Israeli pro basketball team Hapoel Tel Aviv later that year, but parted ways with the team in February 2025. Additionally, Beverley faced criticism from fellow NBA player Klay Thompson for comments made about Thompson’s girlfriend, rapper Megan Thee Stallion.
Thompson responded to the comments on social media, expressing his disapproval of the derogatory remarks made by Beverley and highlighting the need for respect. The incident added to Beverley’s list of contentious moments in his career. Beverley’s legal situation following the recent arrest adds another chapter to his off-court challenges, prompting questions about the future of his career in the basketball world.
As the story unfolds, Beverley’s fans and followers wait for further updates on the legal proceedings and his response to the allegations. The incident serves as a reminder of the complexities that can arise in the lives of public figures, shedding light on the personal struggles that may accompany professional success. Stay tuned for developments in the case as Beverley navigates this latest hurdle in his journey.