Archive · 15 Nov 2025
Ex-NBA Player Patrick Beverley Arrested in Texas on Assault Charges
A famous basketball player named Patrick Beverley, who used to play in the NBA, was arrested recently in Texas.
The police say he hurt someone in his family or household and also stopped them from breathing.
This is a serious charge, and he has to pay money to get out of jail while they figure things out.
This isn't the first time he's been in the news for something like this; earlier this year, some people sued him because they said he threw a basketball into the crowd and hurt them.
He said the fans were being mean to him.
The police are still investigating what happened in Texas, and more details might come out later.
Former NBA player Patrick Beverley was arrested on Friday in Fort Bend County, Texas.
He faces a third-degree felony charge for assaulting a family or household member and for blocking their breathing.
Beverley's bond has been set at $40,000.
The specific circumstances leading to the arrest have not yet been officially detailed.
This arrest follows a previous lawsuit where women alleged Beverley injured them by throwing a basketball into the stands during a game.
- Who
- Former NBA player Patrick Beverley
- What
- Arrested on charges of assaulting a family or household member and blocking their breathing.
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Fort Bend County, Richmond, Texas
- Why
- Specific details leading to the incident have not yet been officially stated by officers.
Plaintiff's Allegations
Defendant's Stance/Response
Basketball Incident Lawsuit
Plaintiff's Allegations
Beverley allegedly threw a basketball into the stands during a playoff game, injuring two women and breaking one's necklace.
Defendant's Stance/Response
Beverley apologized on his podcast, stating fans used offensive language towards him.
Lawsuit Impact
Plaintiff's Allegations
The women's lawyer claims Beverley's comments further damaged their reputation.
Defendant's Stance/Response
The Bucks organization requested the court to dismiss the case.
- Name
- Patrick Beverley
- Occupation
- Former NBA Player
- Arrest Location
- Fort Bend County, Richmond, Texas
- Arrest Date
- Friday
- Charges
- Third-degree felony for assaulting a family or household member and blocking breathing
- Bond Amount
- $40,000
- NBA Career Length
- 12 seasons