U of M Women's Basketball player arrested for assault

Court records show Paris Gaines charged with three counts of aggravated assault

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Forward Paris Gaines from the University of Memphis women's basketball team was arrested and booked on March 2, 2026, on three charges of aggravated assault, according to Shelby County Court records.

Why it matters

Arrests of student-athletes can raise concerns about discipline, team culture, and the university's response, especially for high-profile programs like the Memphis women's basketball team.

The details

Paris Gaines, a forward on the University of Memphis women's basketball team, was arrested and charged with three counts of aggravated assault. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on March 2, 2026, but details about what sparked the alleged assault are still unclear.

  • Paris Gaines was arrested and booked on March 2, 2026.

The players

Paris Gaines

A forward on the University of Memphis women's basketball team.

University of Memphis

The college where Paris Gaines plays basketball.

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What’s next

The university and local authorities are expected to investigate the incident further and determine any disciplinary actions for Paris Gaines.

The takeaway

This arrest raises questions about the behavior and accountability of student-athletes, especially those in high-profile sports programs, and how universities respond to such incidents.