Chance Comanche Biography
Chance Comanche is a former American professional basketball player. He is famous for his playing position as a power forward/center. Starting his basketball career with Arizona Wildcats in college, he has played for Memphis Hustle, Canton Charge, Enid Outlaws, Stockton Kings, Portland Trail Blazers, and Sacramento Kings. However, his career took a dark turn when he was released by the Stockton Kings of the NBA G League on December 15, 2023, following his FBI arrest in California on kidnapping charges related to the disappearance of 23-year-old Marayna Rodgers, reported missing in Las Vegas on December 7. Comanche's ex-girlfriend, 19-year-old Sakari Harden, was also arrested on related charges.
Famous For
- As a former American professional basketball player
- Playing for teams including Enid Outlaws, Stockton Kings, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings and more
Chance Comanche Parents
Chance Comanche, born on 14th April 1996, hails from Los Angeles, California, the USA. Chance Kyler Comanche is his birth name. He belongs to Mixed ethnicity and he is American when it comes to his nationality. He has a diverse heritage as his mother is of half-caucasian and half-American-African descent. Celebrating his birthday in 2023, his age turned to 27. His zodiac sign falls under Aries. About his family, he is the son of his mother, Melissa McGee, and his father. Melissa McGee, a professional basketball player, retired due to a knee injury in 1995. He considers his mum as his source of motivation.
In terms of his education, Chance completed his education at View Park Preparatory High School. Later, he graduated from Beverly Hills High School in the year 2015. He achieved an impressive average of 20.1 points, 16 rebounds, and four blocks per game, ultimately contributing to the team's success in securing the Southern Section 3A title. During his tenure at the University of Arizona from 2015 to 2017, he played in 60 games, with average contributions of 4.9 points and 2.8 rebounds per contest.
Chance Comanche Career
- Chance Comanche, following the NBA draft without being selected, became a part of the Drew League, a pro-am league.
- He then joined the Memphis Hustle of the NBA G League in November 2018. He averaged 9.2 points and 5.4 rebounds per game during his first season.
Canton Charge
Chance Comanche was acquired by the Canton Charge on January 7, 2019, from the Memphis Hustle. The exchange involved the transfer of Raptors 905's 2019 second-round pick and the returning rights to Jordan Mathews.
Enid Outlaws
- In 2021, Comanche joined the Enid Outlaws of The Basketball League and had a standout performance on April 19 where he scored 43 points in a 152–78 victory against the Lewisville Leopards.
- Throughout his tenure with Enid Outlaws, he maintained an average of 27.4 points, 12.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.3 blocks per game.
Ankara DSİ S.K.
- Comance then signed with Ankara DSİ S.K. (Yeni Mamak Spor) of the Turkish Basketball First League on June 24, 2021.
- By December 21, he had earned the title of the league player of the week, showcasing a stellar performance with 24 points and 16 rebounds in a triumph against Bornova Belediyespor.
Stockton Kings
- On November 3, 2022, Comanche secured a spot on the opening night roster for the Stockton Kings.
Portland Trail Blazers
- On April 9, 2023, Comanche officially joined the Portland Trail Blazers.
- Making his NBA debut on the same day, he played in a 157–101 loss to the Golden State Warriors.
Return to Stockton
- On October 2, 2023, he signed with the Sacramento Kings but faced a waiver on October 12.
- Rejoining the Stockton Kings on November 9, 2023, he was once again waived on December 15.
- Subsequently, he was released by the team following his arrest by the FBI as a "person of interest" in connection with a woman's disappearance in Las Vegas.
Chance Comanche Salary
Chance Comanche, a rising star in basketball, is currently estimated to have a net worth of $1 million as of 2023, primarily derived from his successful basketball career. In 2023, he secured a one-year contract worth $1,119,563 with the Sacramento Kings, maintaining an average annual salary of $1,119,563. This contract, falling under the Exhibit 10/Minimum category, positions him as a free agent in 2024 with Restricted Free Agent (RFA) status. In 2022, he engaged in a 10-day contract with the Portland Blazers, totaling $5,849 and averaging $585. The guaranteed amount at the signing was $5,849, executed under the Ten Day category. Throughout the 2022-2023 season, he earned $5,849 in player cash earnings. He also owns a Lamborgini car. He is leading a cool lifestyle as of now.
Chance Comanche Personal Life
Chance Comanche is not married yet and he is currently single. He was previously in a relationship with his girlfriend, Sakari Harnden for several years now. Later, due to some reasons, Chance and Sakari split. Recently, Chance Comanche and his former girlfriend, Sakari Harnden have been arrested in the killing of a woman whose remains were found earlier this month near Las Vegas. Chance admitted strangling a woman in Las Vegas along with his former girlfriend who he says helped him devise the murder plot. Chance and Sakari will be charged with murder and kidnapping in the killing of 23-year-old Marayna Rodgers, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police announced on 17th December 2023.
Marayna Rodgers, reported missing on December 7, was later discovered deceased in the Las Vegas suburb of Henderson. Harnden was apprehended on Wednesday in Las Vegas and is currently held on a $500,000 bond. Comanche was taken into custody on Friday by the FBI in Sacramento, California, and is being detained without bond. Pending extradition to Nevada, he is scheduled to appear in a Sacramento court on Tuesday, according to law enforcement.
According to NBC News, a dispute between Comanche's girlfriend, Sakari Harnden, and Maryana Rodgers, both sex workers, revolved around a Rolex watch. Allegedly, Rodgers threatened harm if the watch wasn't given to her. On December 6, Comanche devised a plan to deceive them into a compromising situation. Tying their hands behind their backs, he posed as a customer. Subsequently, Comanche and Harnden allegedly strangled Rodgers with an HDMI cord in a vehicle. Despite stopping when she struggled to breathe, Harnden continued choking her. After Rodgers' death, they disposed of her body in a roadside ditch, covering it with rocks. Comanche admitted they initially considered hiring someone to kill Rodgers but ultimately carried out the murder themselves.
Chance Comanche Height
Chance Comanche, a handsome basketball player, stands tall at the perfect height of 6 feet 10 inches of 2.08 m. His well-maintained body weight measures 95 KG. He has a pair of brown eyes and his hair color is black. He has an athletic body type as he maintains his body a lot by hitting the gym. He is very conscious about his food intake.
