Beverley’s Camp Speaks Out After Texas Case Ends

Former Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley, one of the most polarizing and beloved defensive figures in franchise history, has been cleared of felony wrongdoing after a Texas grand jury declined to indict him — ending a case that lingered over his reputation for months.

A grand jury in Fort Bend County, Texas, no-billed Beverley on Monday, declining to pursue a third-degree felony assault charge stemming from his arrest in November 2025. A no-bill means jurors found insufficient evidence to move the case forward to trial, effectively ending the matter.

---

Beverley’s Attorneys Respond After Case Ends

Beverley’s attorneys, Rusty Hardin and Letitia Quinones-Hollins, released a statement to Heavy Sports following the decision, calling the outcome a full vindication.

“Several months ago, we said that when all the information was in — when a grand jury could hear all the facts of this case — Patrick Beverley would be cleared of all charges,” the statement read. “That is what happened today, when a grand jury sitting in Fort Bend County no-billed Patrick, effectively ending the case.”

The attorneys emphasized that Beverley denied harming his sister, who was at the center of the allegations.

“Patrick wants everyone to know that he would never do anything to harm his sister,” the statement continued. “His hope is that with these charges behind him now, his name and reputation will be restored.”

---

Allegations Against Ex-Rockets Guard Sparked Scrutiny Last Fall

Beverley was arrested in November on allegations of assault involving a family or household member, including claims of impeding breath or circulation — a serious charge under Texas law. TMZ Sports first reported the arrest, which quickly circulated online and fueled speculation about Beverley’s future in basketball.

After posting a $40,000 bond, Beverley addressed the situation on X (formerly Twitter), urging caution over early reports.

“Please don’t believe everything you see on the internet. Hope all is well Luv❤️🙏🏾,” Beverley wrote.

His legal team later disputed the initial characterization of the incident, saying Beverley came home late one night to find his underage sister alone with an 18-year-old man.

“He was understandably concerned, as any brother would be,” the attorney said at the time. “However, we don’t believe what followed happened the way it’s been described.”

The grand jury’s decision ensures those allegations will not proceed to court.

---

Patrick Beverley’s Rockets Legacy

For Rockets fans, the resolution closes a troubling chapter involving one of the franchise’s most important culture-setters in the post-Yao-McGrady era.

Beverley spent four seasons in Houston (2013–2017), emerging as a cornerstone of the team’s defensive identity alongside Trevor Ariza and Dwight Howard. His relentless energy, physical defense, and willingness to hound elite scorers made him a cult hero in Houston.

Starting next to James Harden, Beverley helped the Rockets reach the Western Conference Finals in 2015, playing a central role in some of the franchise’s most intense playoff battles — particularly against the Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder.

During his Houston tenure, Beverley averaged 9.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.1 steals, earning NBA All-Defensive Team honors in 2017. His impact far exceeded the box score, as he embodied the toughness and edge that defined the Rockets during their rise as a Western Conference contender.

He was eventually traded to the Los Angeles Clippers as part of the blockbuster Chris Paul deal, a move that reshaped the franchise’s direction.

---

Career After Houston, Future Still Unclear

Since leaving Houston, Beverley has played for the Clippers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Chicago Bulls, Philadelphia 76ers, Los Angeles Lakers, and Milwaukee Bucks, maintaining his reputation as one of the league’s toughest perimeter defenders.

He still has an unserved four-game suspension from a heated altercation with Indiana Pacers fans last season. The fans involved in that incident later filed a lawsuit against him. His overseas stint with Hapoel Tel Aviv also ended in suspension last year.

Still, Monday’s no-bill removes the most serious cloud hanging over Beverley’s future.

For Rockets fans who once embraced his edge and intensity, the legal resolution offers closure — and a reminder of the player who helped define one of Houston’s most competitive eras.

Alder Almo is a sports journalist covering the NBA for Heavy.com. He has more than 20 years of experience in local and international media, including broadcast, print and digital. He previously covered the Knicks for Empire Sports Media and the NBA for Off the Glass. Alder is from the Philippines and is now based in Jersey City, New Jersey. More about Alder Almo