Did OKC Thunder fire Josh Giddey after viral video leak? Debunking rumors of Australian NBA star being axed from team

OKC Thunder guard Josh Giddey has been a big topic in the NBA following recent developments. Pictures and videos have surfaced on social media alleging that he is in a relationship with an allegedly underage girl. It is alleged that she is only 15 years old, making her a minor.

The Thunder have not released any statement regarding this situation yet, but one social media account is trying to get ahead. Known troll account "B**tcrack Sports" made a post that the team has released Giddey following these allegations.

As of now, no decision has been made regarding Giddey's status in the NBA. He currently remains a member of the OKC Thunder. This viral tweet about him being cut by the Thunder is not factual. The account regularly posts misinformation in the hopes of getting fans riled up on social media.

Josh Giddey, who turned 21 last month, was the sixth overall pick by the Thunder in the 2021 NBA draft.

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Josh Giddey has been crucial to the Thunder's recent success

Giddey has been a crucial member of the OKC Thunder. He's a unique point guard with size, who can rebound and make plays at a high level apart from scoring at a decent rate.

Giddey is averaging 12.3 points, 5.7 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game across 15 games this season. The Thunder are second in the Western Conference with an 11-4 record. They nearly made the playoffs last season, finishing with the 10th-best record. OKC, however, came up short in the play-in tournament.

The Thunder are widely regarded as having one of the best young cores in the league, and the talent is all starting to come together.

Unless these allegations are proven true, Giddey will likely continue to play for the team.