Former NBA player and Duke basketball star Kyle Singler was arrested on Tuesday in Oklahoma on charges of assault following allegations that he became physical with his girlfriend in front of their young child. The 37-year-old Singler was taken into custody and booked into the Haskell County Jail on one misdemeanor count of assault and battery in the presence of a child.
The incident reportedly unfolded outside a home in Whitefield, Oklahoma, where someone called 911 after witnessing Singler chasing a woman. According to authorities, Singler allegedly grabbed his girlfriend by the head and shoved her to the ground. Deputy Mitch Dobbs, who responded to the call, noted in an arrest affidavit that he observed finger marks on the woman’s face and visible injuries on her arms. The woman informed the deputy that Singler is the father of her young child, who was present during the altercation.
Sources indicate that Singler was uncooperative with law enforcement and appeared to be under the influence of narcotics at the time of the arrest. He was later released on a $6,000 bond. Following the arrest, his former agent confirmed to The Associated Press that he no longer represents Singler.
Kyle Singler is well-known in basketball circles for his college and professional career. He starred at Duke University, where he played a pivotal role in the Blue Devils’ 2010 national championship victory. Singler was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of that tournament, a highlight in his collegiate career. He was subsequently selected in the second round of the 2011 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons. Singler played his first couple of seasons with Detroit before being traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2014-15 NBA season.
During his time with the Thunder, Singler spent three full seasons contributing as a forward but has not appeared in an NBA game since the 2017-18 season. His professional career trajectory has been marked by steady contributions on the court, though he never became a star player in the league.
This recent arrest follows a period of troubling social media posts from Singler nearly a year ago, which raised concerns among fans and fellow NBA players. At that time, Singler shared a cryptic video on Instagram where he expressed fear for his life and described himself as mistreated, abused, and neglected. In the video, he stated, “I have been mistreated and abused, neglected, made into a mental example. And I fear for my life every day. And people in my community make me look out as if I'm going to be someone that's going to be a problem and make things difficult for people when I'm only trying to be helpful.” His candid and emotional message sparked concern from various players in the NBA community, prompting many to reach out with support.
The incident and Singler’s past messages have led to increased attention on his well-being from the sports world and fans alike. As a former Duke standout and NBA player, his journey and recent difficulties have been followed closely by those familiar with his career.
Singler’s arrest adds to the challenges he is currently facing, both legally and personally. The case is ongoing, and further details may emerge as investigations continue. For now, Singler’s situation highlights the complexities that sometimes surround professional athletes after their sports careers wind down, including struggles with personal issues and mental health.
Fans and observers await further updates while many hope that Singler receives the support and assistance he may need during this difficult period. The situation serves as a reminder of the pressures athletes face and the importance of addressing mental health and well-being both during and after their time in professional sports.
The Associated Press contributed reporting to this story.
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