Former National Basketball Association (NBA) player Desmond Mason was arrested in Oklahoma on Wednesday, facing a charge of contempt of court related to an ongoing legal dispute. The 47-year-old was taken into custody just before midday and later released on a $50,000 bond at 9:34 p.m. the same day.
Arrest tied to divorce proceedings
Mason’s arrest was a result of his ongoing divorce case with his ex-wife, Andrea Mason, according to court documents reviewed by TMZ. The arrest occurred after Mason reportedly failed to appear in court as ordered, leading to the contempt charge.
There has been no official statement on how the arrest will affect the divorce proceedings or any future court dates.
A glimpse into Desmond Mason's Basketball career
Mason, a standout in the 2000 NBA Draft, made an indelible mark on the league early in his career. In 2001, he won the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, defeating stars like Baron Davis and Corey Maggette in the Washington, D.C. event. Mason returned to the competition in 2003 but lost to Jason Richardson.
Mason’s NBA career spanned nearly a decade, with his most notable years spent with the Milwaukee Bucks. In 2003, Mason was part of a blockbuster trade that sent him and Gary Payton to the Bucks in exchange for Ray Allen and Ronald Murray.
He later played for the New Orleans Hornets and the Oklahoma City Thunder, his final NBA stint occurring in 2009 with the Sacramento Kings.
Life after Basketball
Since retiring from professional basketball, Mason has kept a relatively low profile but did make a notable appearance on the reality TV show Below Deck Mediterranean in 2018.
His life post-NBA has been mostly out of the public eye, though his recent arrest has once again thrust him into the spotlight.
What’s next for Desmond Mason?
While Mason is no longer an active player, his legal troubles and arrest have sparked renewed attention on his personal life. The details of his divorce and how this arrest will impact his future remain unclear, but one thing is certain Desmond Mason’s story continues to unfold in unexpected ways.
