Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Darrell Armstrong was arrested early Saturday morning and charged with aggravated assault against his girlfriend, according to police reports. Officers responded to a call in the 1000 block of Ross Ave. in downtown Dallas around 3:45 a.m. and discovered that Armstrong and his girlfriend had been involved in a dispute. During the altercation, Armstrong allegedly struck her with a firearm and threatened to shoot her.
An arrest warrant affidavit revealed that the argument began when his girlfriend confronted him about a text message from another woman. The victim informed police that Armstrong had been drinking that night and insisted she hand over her apartment keys. She claimed that while on the phone with someone else, Armstrong picked up a gun and hit her on the side of the face, leaving a visible mark below her left eye.
The victim recounted Armstrong’s alleged threat, stating, “‘I’m going to shoot you,'” as he loaded the weapon.
In response to the incident, the Mavericks issued a statement on Sunday, acknowledging the situation involving a staff member and indicating that they are gathering relevant information. The statement emphasized the seriousness of the matter, noting that Armstrong has been placed on administrative suspension pending the outcome of legal proceedings. The organization stated that the issue is under review by the appropriate legal authorities and that they will refrain from further comments while the legal process unfolds.
Armstrong has served as an assistant coach with the Mavericks since 2009 and was part of the team that won the NBA Championship in 2011. He is also a member of the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame, having spent nine of his 14 NBA seasons with the franchise. Armstrong began his professional career overseas before joining the NBA in the 1994-95 season, where he earned accolades such as the Most Improved Player Award and the Sixth Man of the Year Award during the 1998-99 season. His playing career included stints with the Mavericks, New Orleans Hornets, Indiana Pacers, and New Jersey Nets, concluding in 2008.
