Josh Giddey, a rising star for the Oklahoma City Thunder, is facing some serious heat after allegations surfaced that he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor. The police investigation into the matter has hit a roadblock, as the girl and her family are in clam-up mode, refusing to cooperate with the authorities.
The investigation into Josh Giddey regarding allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a minor has encountered difficulties
The alleged teenage girl and her family are refusing to cooperate with authorities
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— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) November 29, 2023
The allegations against Giddey first blew up on social media over the weekend. Photos and videos of Giddey with the underage girl were plastered all over the internet, sparking outrage and calls for an investigation. The NBA has since launched its own probe into the matter. Giddey, for his part, is keeping his lips sealed when it comes to the specifics of the allegations.
The lack of cooperation from the girl and her family is putting a major damper on the police investigation, making it tough to gather evidence and move forward. The reason behind their refusal to cooperate is anyone’s guess, but fear of retaliation or a desire to protect the girl’s privacy could be at play.
Despite the lack of cooperation, the cops are still hot on the trail, determined to get to the bottom of this situation. They’re hoping they can dig up enough evidence to determine whether or not Giddey crossed any legal lines.
Traffic Records Show Josh Giddey In California
Traffic records obtained by The Oklahoman confirm that Oklahoma City Thunder player Josh Giddey was twice ticketed for traffic violations in the Newport Beach area in July 2022, at the time he was 19 years old. This adds to the growing body of evidence surrounding Giddey’s alleged relationship with a minor, which has led to a police investigation in Newport Beach and an NBA probe.
Josh Giddey was twice ticketed for traffic violations in the Newport Beach area in July 2022, per @TheOklahoman_
Giddey was accused last week of having a relationship with a female student at Newport Harbor High School in Newport Beach pic.twitter.com/wA3CICtowd
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) November 29, 2023
The traffic tickets, which were issued on July 7 and 15, 2022, suggest that Giddey was in California at the time the allegations of the relationship surfaced. The allegations, which were made on social media, include photos and videos that purport to show Giddey with the alleged minor.
Giddey has not commented on the allegations, and the NBA has said it is investigating. The Newport Beach Police Department has not released any information about its investigation. The traffic records provide a piece of the puzzle as the investigations into Giddey’s conduct continue.
Allegations Could Cost Josh Giddey $40 Million
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey is facing severe financial repercussions amid the NBA’s investigation into allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a minor. The 21-year-old, seen as a rising star in the league, is at risk of losing his lucrative $40 million sponsorship deal with Weet-Bix, an Australian cereal brand owned by the Sanitarium Health Food Company.
As the investigation unfolds, Giddey’s images have been removed from Weet-Bix’s social media accounts, signaling potential damage to the endorsement deal. The Sanitarium Health Food Company is closely monitoring the situation, and while there’s no official termination as of now, the outcome hinges on the confirmation of facts surrounding the allegations.
Giddey, formerly featured on Weet-Bix cereal boxes and promotional materials, now faces uncertainty regarding his sponsorship arrangement. The NBA’s investigation adds complexity to his professional career, with Giddey continuing to contribute on the court while grappling with off-court challenges.
Apart from the Weet-Bix deal, Giddey’s association with the Australian apparel brand Cotton On, where he serves as a brand ambassador, is also under scrutiny. As of now, there has been no immediate response from Cotton On to the developments surrounding the allegations, leaving Giddey’s multimillion-dollar sponsorship portfolio hanging in the balance.
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