News about Kevin Porter Jr.

Kevin Porter Jr., an NBA castoff, has been given a plea agreement by New York City's office in a domestic violence lawsuit that may save him from prison time after being arrested for'strangling mother'.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 27, 2023
Kevin Porter Jr.'s at-home program in New York City has agreed to a plea bargain, avoiding prison time after being charged with assaulting and strangling his now ex-girlfriend in September. "The People made the following announcement at the DA's office on Thursday: If he plead guilty to Assault in the Third Degree (a misdemeanor) and completes Abusive Partner Intervention Programming (APIP) or equivalent software, he will be able to re-plead to Harassment in the Second Degree (a felony) and adheres to the temporary order of protection.' Porter's next court date is January 16.

Following allegations of assault and strangulation, Kevin Porter Jr. of the Rockets is 'working to a trade star with draft compensation.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 14, 2023
According to Shams Charania of The Houston Rockets, the Houston Rockets are reportedly trying to trade combo guard Kevin Porter Jr. after reports of allegations against him surfaced. According to Charania, the Rockets are able to transfer draft compensation alongside Porter in order to keep him off the team. Despite this, it's not likely that any team in the league would be able to bring him back as charges of criminal assault and strangulation have surfaced in the aftermath of an incident involving Porter and his girlfriend, Kysre Gondrezick.

Ime Udoka, the former head coach of the Houston Rockets, has agreed to a deal with the Houston Rockets to be their next coach.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 24, 2023
According to various outlets, the Houston Rockets have agreed to a contract with former Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka to serve as the team's next head coach. Following the dismissal of former head coach Stephen Silas last week, Udoka was one of many candidates to interview for the job last week. Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr., forward Jabari Smith Jr., and whoever they pick in this year's NBA Draft are already set to rebuild around guards.

Kevin Jr. is brought into custody after allegedly punching Dad Kevin Hunter!

perezhilton.com, May 22, 2019
The drama involving Wendy Williams and Kevin Hunter has sparked some intense fights within the family, the latest of which turned out to be physical. Kevin Jr., the estranged couple's son, was arrested after the 19-year-old father engaged in a fist fight with his father in a parking garage near their New Jersey home this week. According to sources close to the case, the father and son were arguing over the divorce when the teen called Hunter out for suspected mistreatment of the television actress. Hunter is now entangled in a headlock, which Junior allegedly broke free from before punching the former Wendy Williams Show executive in the chest. Wendy's 'Rediscovery' A 'Love Of Men' At New York's 'Bachelorette Pad' Although neither of the cops were on alert, an onlooker was apparently desperate to report the incident. The juvenile was arrested shortly after and was released from jail a short time later. The matter is now under scrutiny, according to Essex County officials. Needless to say, there has been no shortage of drama since Wendy and Kevin's split up. The former executive producer was fired from his position on Wendy's daytime talk show and no longer serves as her boss, as we learned. Kevin had apparently ordered a cushy, multi-million dollar severance package for quietly walking away from his career, in contrast to the large amount he requested for in terms of spousal AND children's care. Wendy and Kevin have been married since 1997. / (c) WENN Overall, Kevin has been struggling since the 54-year-old host pulled the plug on their 22-year marriage amid a torrent of fidelity allegations; especially, that Hunter's alleged mistress, Sharina Hudson, gave birth to a baby this year. However, there is one area of Hunter's life that needs to be continued without Wendy's help: his "mission" to assist those struggling with heroin use and heroin abuse. The troubled father revealed on Tuesday that he plans to start a new one of his own after Wendy announced the decision to abandon her non-profit The Hunter Foundation, which was founded in an effort to help those with substance abuse problems. Related: Wendy’s ‘Heart Was So Broken’ After Howard Stern Feud!As we reported, the former radio DJ shared the news on her show, reading a statement on-air: "Wendy Williams has been and has continued to assist others in life's challenges." Although adjusting to her new life, several aspects of her life have changed, including the dissolution of The Hunter Foundation. Wendy's giving spirit will continue through her work with other charities. Thank you so much.