[Saba Sports News] Kevin Porter Jr., the former NBA guard, faces a potentially grim legal situation after allegations of domestic abuse. Recent updates on the case reveal that the 23-year-old could receive a seven-year prison sentence if convicted on charges of second-degree strangulation and third-degree assault.
Although some charges were dropped when it was determined that the victim’s neck injuries were not caused by Porter Jr., he rejected a plea deal that required counseling. Instead, he has chosen to face the legal battle in court, remaining free on $75,000 bail.
The incident involving Porter Jr. and his then-girlfriend, former WNBA player Kysre Gondrezick, turned violent, with Gondrezick forced to flee covered in blood. Porter Jr. has a history of violent and threatening behavior, including ramming his car into Gondrezick’s. His actions led to discord in NBA locker rooms, and the Rockets severed ties with him following this scandal.
As the NBA emphasizes its values and intolerance for domestic abuse, Porter Jr.’s future in the league appears bleak.
Despite his potential as a player, his actions have led to his release from the Rockets, and it’s unlikely he will return to the NBA unless the case’s status changes or he significantly addresses his actions.