Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter arrested for alleged assault on his former WNBA player girlfriend

Kevin Porter
Kevin Porter Jr. #3 of the Houston Rockets handles the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on March 22, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee. Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images Photo credit Getty Images

NEW YORK (1010 WINS) -- Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter was arrested on Monday for allegedly assaulting his former WNBA player girlfriend.

Officials received a 911 call at 6:45 a.m. regarding an assault at The Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza hotel.

According to police, the 26-year-old woman was struck in the body and alleged that Porter put his hands around her neck.

Police say Porter, whose official name is Brian Porter has been charged with assault in the second degree and strangulation.

Authorities described the two as having a domestic relationship.

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