Tari Eason seeks protection order against ex-girlfriend Marilyn Melo Rodriguez
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:43 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Tari Eason of the Houston Rockets is requesting a protection order from a California court against his ex-girlfriend, Marilyn Melo Rodriguez. Eason alleges that after a dispute, Rodriguez caused approximately $92,000 in damage to his designer clothing by pouring bleach on it and reportedly threatened him. He has also claimed she physically attacked him following a ride home. Eason is seeking a restraining order that would prohibit Rodriguez from approaching him or being near his workplace and any arenas where the Rockets play. Eason recently signed a contract extension worth nearly $100 million with the Rockets, which enhances his profile in the league.
- •Eason accuses Rodriguez of extensive property damage and physical assault.
- •He is asking for a restraining order to ensure his safety.
- •Eason recently signed a 5-year, $81.45 million contract extension.
- •Rodriguez is a model affiliated with the Wilhelmina agency.
- •The incident has drawn attention on social media.
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