September 12th 2023.
Houston Rockets Shooting Guard Kevin Porter Jr. was arrested in New York City on 11th of September for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, according to ABC 7. Reports suggest he was taken into NYPD's 17th Precinct and was charged with assault and strangulation.
The incident happened at the Millennium Hilton Hotel, where Porter and former WBNA player Kysre Gondrezick were staying. It is said that Gondrezick had got upset over the time of Porter's return and had locked the door. Upon entering the hotel room, with the help of hotel security, Porter is accused of hitting Gondrezick and putting his hands on her neck. She suffered a cut on her face and was treated for neck pain.
The Rockets issued a statement to ESPN saying they are in the process of gathering information pertaining to the matter. The NBA too has been in contact with the Rockets and is gathering more information.
ESPN's Tim McMahon mentioned that the NBA cannot administer any immediate punishment to Porter, including suspension, until the investigation is finished. This comes as no surprise as Porter has had his fair share of legal issues in the past. He was arrested on a weapons charge in Ohio during his time with the Cleveland Cavaliers but dodged jail time after a grand jury declined to indict him. However, the NBA decided to hold him accountable and the Cavaliers listed him as inactive for the first half of the 2020 season.
Porter was eventually traded to the Rockets and signed a four-year contract extension for $82.5 million last season. But because of his off-court issues, only the $15.9 million salary for this season is fully guaranteed.
The victim's sister, Kalabrya Gondrezick-Haskins, released a statement on social media condemning Porter's actions. She warned him to "count his days" and "better hope and pray he'll be able to walk again, let alone dribble."
The severity of the situation is quite evident from the statement made by Gondrezick-Haskins. It is yet to be seen what ramifications Porter will face after the completion of the investigation.
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