The NBA is doing its due diligence amid disturbing allegations surrounding Oklahoma Metropolis Thunder participant Josh Giddey — the league simply introduced it’s “looking into” claims he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor.
TMZ Sports activities has confirmed the Affiliation is conscious of the rumors which have unfold on social media this week … with photographs and movies alluding to Giddey being intimate with a highschool woman.
Giddey was requested concerning the hypothesis at Thunder observe on Friday … and he remained tight-lipped.
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“I understand the question, obviously, but no further comment right now,” Giddey mentioned.
Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault was additionally requested about Giddey’s standing after observe … and he declined to remark.
Giddey has seemingly taken himself out of the highlight on social media following the allegations — he eliminated his profile picture and disabled feedback on Instagram.
The 21-year-old Australian athlete was the No. 6 total decide within the 2021 NBA Draft … averaging 14.6 factors, 7.6 rebounds and 6.1 assists on his profession. He obtained NBA All-Rookie Workforce honors in 2022.
Whereas the league is wanting into the rumors, Giddey might additionally discover himself the topic of a felony investigation, too … if the woman was beneath 16 on the time of the alleged relationship, which is the age of consent in Oklahoma.
