Mavericks assistant coach faces serious allegations after arrest for assault with deadly weapon

The Dallas Mavericks assistant coach is facing serious allegations.

Feb 21, 2020; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic player Darrell Armstrong is inducted into Orlando Magic Hall of Fame by CEO Alex Martins during the first half at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images | Kim Klement-Imagn Images

The Dallas Mavericks have been under fire for their abysmal decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers at the trade deadline. The fanbase has been quite upset, going as far as protesting outside of the arena.

While the Doncic trade continues to dominate the headlines in the DFW, a recent report only makes matters worse for the Mavericks organization. Dallas assistant coach Darrell Armstrong was arrested on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, per a report from WFAA.

"According to the Dallas Police Department, officers responded to a call in the 1000 block of Ross Avenue at about 3:45 a.m. Saturday. Armstrong, 56, and the victim were in an argument when he hit the woman with a gun and threatened to shoot her," WFAA reported.

Orlando Magic guard Darrell Armstrong (10) in action against Philadelphia 76ers guard Allen Iverson (3) during the first round of the 1999 NBA Playoffs at the Orlando Arena | RVR Photos-Imagn Images

Armstrong has since posted bail, which was set at $35,000, according to jail records.

"The Dallas Mavericks are aware of an incident involving a member of our staff and are gathering all relevant information surrounding the incident. We take this matter seriously. The employee has been placed on administrative suspension pending the outcome of legal proceedings. This matter is currently under review by the appropriate legal authorities. Due to this fact, we will allow the legal process to run its course and we will refrain from further comment while proceedings are ongoing," the Mavericks said in a release.

Orlando Magic player Darrell Armstrong is inducted into Orlando Magic Hall of Fame during the first half against the Dallas Mavericks at Amway Center. | Kim Klement-Imagn Images

The assistant coach played for the Orlando Magic, New Orleans Pelicans and even the Mavericks during his NBA playing career, and has been a member of the Dallas organization in a coaching role since the 2008-09 season.

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