Former Providence Friars forward Duncan Powell's legal situation has taken a turn, with one charge being dropped while he still faces a trial in a separate court over the same March altercation.

The 24-year-old Dallas native, who recently completed his fifth year of eligibility with the Friars, was originally facing a domestic violence-disorderly conduct charge in Cranston, Rhode Island. That charge was dismissed on Monday, according to court records. However, Powell's legal battles are far from over.

The incident dates back to March 28, when a woman alleged that Powell threw a water bottle at her during an argument at his Providence apartment, injuring her knee. The situation escalated hours later when Powell allegedly tracked the woman to a residence in nearby Cranston. According to police reports, she claimed he made multiple threatening phone calls, including a threat to use a gun to kill everyone in the house and himself.

Powell was arrested early on March 29 in Cranston. He now faces charges in Providence, including domestic violence-simple assault and/or battery and domestic violence-disorderly conduct. He has pleaded not guilty and is scheduled for trial on June 15.

For Friars fans following the program, this marks a troubling end to what had been a solid collegiate career for Powell, who joined Providence after stints at Texas A&M and Sacramento State. As the legal process continues, the basketball community watches closely to see how this situation unfolds.