Patrick Beverley Arrested on Felony Assault Charge in Texas | What Happened
Former NBA guard Patrick Beverley was arrested on November 14, 2025, in Fort Bend County, Texas, on a third-degree felony charge of assault on a family or household member — specifically for allegedly impeding breathing or circulation.
He posted a bond of approximately $40,000 and was released later that day.
What We Know About the Allegation
- The charge is formally listed as Assault on a Family/Household Member – Impeding Breath or Circulation.
- According to Beverley’s attorney, the incident reportedly stems from Beverley discovering his minor sister alone at home with an 18-year-old male, late at night. The attorney says Beverley reacted out of concern, but contests how events have been portrayed.
- Beverley has no known prior felony record.
Background Context
- Beverley, 37, had a 12-year NBA career playing for teams including the Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Clippers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls, Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks.
- After his NBA tenure, he had a brief overseas stint and also co-hosts a podcast, which has occasionally drawn controversy.
What Happens Next
- Legal proceedings are pending; a court appearance date has not yet been publicly confirmed.
- As the case unfolds, possible outcomes range from pre-trial negotiations to full trial, depending on how the evidence is handled and what plea decisions might be made.
- Any conviction for a third-degree felony in Texas could carry serious penalties, though much depends on plea and mitigation.
