Patrick Beverley Shockingly Asks Kevin Hart About Josh Giddey Allegations On NBA Programming

Patrick Beverley confronted Kevin Hart by asking him about the Josh Giddey allegations during an NBA broadcast.

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Patrick Beverley kept it real and brought up one of the biggest NBA stories of last month while appearing on ‘NBA Unplugged’, an alternative ESPN broadcast for the In-Season Tournament Final. Kevin Hart was hosting and Beverley point blank asked Hart what he thinks about OKC Thunder guard Josh Giddey allegedly dating a minor

Patrick Beverley: “I got a question. I got a daughter and I like to call myself a girl dad, what do you think of the Josh Giddey situation?”

Kevin Hart: “I’mma be honest with you. I’m a brand. I’ll text you and give you my real thoughts. But on NBA Unplugged, I’ll keep it as commercial as I possibly can.”

The reaction to the incident from all parties has been something that’s frustrated fans, as it looks like Giddey will face no consequences for what transpired due to a lack of proof. The family of the alleged minor has refused to cooperate with investigators while the Thunder have continued to play Giddey through this situation.

Giddey is averaging 11.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 4.2 assists this season, a down year for a player that’s been considered an integral piece of the Thunder core since being drafted in 2021.


Adam Silver Confirmed That Josh Giddey Won’t Face Consequences Until Investigation Proves He’s Guilty

The Josh Giddey situation has been extremely uncomfortable for the NBA, who have dealt with a series of player-related controversies in the last few seasons. Kyrie Irving had to face a team suspension for anti-Semitic comments, Kevin Porter Jr. lost his job in the league after alleged acts of domestic violence, and Ja Morant is serving a 25-game suspension for showing a firearm on an Instagram Live.

Given the grave consequences other players have faced for controversies, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver had to clarify to the media where the league stands on Giddey, claiming they can’t punish him until the allegations turn into concrete evidence.

“I can’t think of many circumstances where we’ve suspended a player based on an allegation alone. So in this case we have an allegation, and then you have a police investigation, and then you have a league investigation. I will also add that where there is a criminal investigation, we take a backseat… That’s where things currently stand.”

With the family of the alleged minor not participating in the investigation, it’s likely this story will die out. The legality of the situation means the NBA cannot intervene in any police or criminal investigation to conduct their own into the matter. Giddey will likely continue his bright NBA career unless new information comes to light.

But with an NBA veteran and a respected voice like Beverley raising such a concern about Giddey openly, it does show that players’ perception of Giddey has dropped significantly, which could hurt his career if OKC wants to move on from him. 

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher ReportYahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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