NBA YoungBoy set for early release following drug fraud sentencing

NBA YoungBoy is getting out sooner than expected after pleading guilty in a major prescription drug fraud case.

NBA YoungBoy is set to be released from house arrest earlier than anticipated, with a new release date of April 26, 2025. The rapper, born Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, faced significant legal trouble in 2023 after being arrested on 63 charges tied to a prescription drug fraud scheme.

These charges, which included identity theft, forgery, and possession of controlled substances, came while YoungBoy was already under house arrest at his Utah home, “Grave Digger Mountain,” awaiting trial in an unrelated case. Following months of legal proceedings, he reached a plea deal in November 2024 — pleading guilty to 10 charges and submitting a no-contest plea for the rest.

He was sentenced to 23 months in prison and 60 months of probation, with initial estimates suggesting he would remain incarcerated until July 2025. However, recent updates from music news outlet Kurrco have confirmed that his release has been moved up to April 26.

This development echoes earlier speculation from DJ Akademiks, who hinted during Adin Ross’ Brand Risk 005 boxing event that fans could expect YoungBoy’s return sooner than expected. While the reasons for the adjusted timeline haven’t been officially disclosed, the announcement has already sparked renewed excitement among fans.

Despite his legal setbacks, NBA YoungBoy has remained one of hip-hop’s most streamed artists, with multiple No. 1 albums like Top (2020) and Sincerely, Kentrell (2021). His hit songs — including Outside Today, No Smoke, Lil Top, Kacey Talk, and Diamond Teeth Samurai — continue to dominate platforms like YouTube and Spotify.

With his release on the horizon, fans are eager to see what’s next for the chart-topping rapper.