The model and reality TV star rests her head on her male friend's lap in one photo, while in another photo, the male friend whispers something into her ear.

• Aug 27, 2018

AceShowbiz - Kendall Jenner attended Justine Skye's 23rd birthday party, which took place at The Nice Guy restaurant in West Hollywood, California on Friday night, August 24. During the birthday bash, the "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" star was photographed getting cozy with a male friend while her rumored boyfriend, Ben Simmons, was nowhere to be seen.

In one of the photos obtained by Daily Mail, Kendall was seen sitting under the table as she rested her head on her male friend's lap, closing her eyes. The mystery guy, who donned a green jacket, didn't seem to mind it.

In another picture, Kendall sat next to him and checked her phone while the friend snuggled up to her, whispering something into her ear. The raven-haired beauty wrapped her arm around his neck. It appeared that they had their own conversation as their friends enjoyed the meal.

It is unknown why Ben was absent at that time. Last month, the model was caught on camera snuggling up to the NBA star during the latter's 22nd birthday celebration. Wearing a black sheer top, Kendall leaned to rest her head on Ben's shoulder after he blew out the candles.

Despite the dating rumors, none of them ever talked about their relationship publicly. A source previously revealed that they had yet to put a label on their relationship even though they went out together a few times. "Kendall think Ben is really fun to be around, but they have been keeping things casual," the source said. "Kendall has been out with Ben Simmons a few times and she likes him."

"They have mutual friends and have been getting to know each other over the last few weeks," the source continued. "He has been spending time in L.A. with her and has been to her house. They've hung out there and have been to dinner a few times."