The internet has been abuzz with rumors the past few days surrounding Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey. On Friday, the NBA officially acknowledged the situation, noting that the league is investigating allegations that Giddey is in an inappropriate relationship with a minor.
Earlier today, Giddey briefly addressed the ongoing situation with the media.
- Josh Giddey’s stats this season: 12.3 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 4.5 APG
Giddey, 21, is a native of Melbourne, Australia, where the age of consent varies between 16 and 17 years old, depending on the territory. In Oklahoma, the age of consent is 16.
There is no word on the specifics of Giddey’s alleged relationship, how old the individual is, or where the interactions took place.
This is a developing story. More information will be added once it becomes available.
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