"Who got paid off of this?": Michael Jordan's ex-teammate Ron Harper reacts as Florida coach cleared of stalking and harassment allegations

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Former Chicago Bulls player and Michael Jordan's teammate Ron Harper reacted after Florida Gators men's basketball coach Todd Golden was cleared of alleged sexual harassment, stalking and cyberstalking.

Harper's reaction has stirred up controversy. He speculated that someone involved in the investigation into the coach may have received payments to influence the outcome of the investigation.

"Who got paid off of this?" Harper wrote on X.

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Golden's case was filed by multiple women, including current and former students. The offenses were for alleged unwanted sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and sending explicit photos and videos.

The investigation was launched after a Title IX was filed on September 27. However, Golden remained as the Gators' coach during the period of the investigation. He was cleared by the school authorities on Jan. 27.

Ron Harper on why this season is different for the Cleveland Cavaliers

Ron Harper was bullish about the Cleveland Cavaliers' prospects this season. Harper spoke with Scoop 'B' Robinson on Mar. 6, where he mentioned who should keep up his regular-season performance come the postseason.

"They made a great NBA trade at the deadline," Harper said to Scoop 'B' Robinson. "I think this year, if Darius Garland performs in the playoffs like he has all season long, they should be okay,"

Garland averages 20.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 6.7 assists. It's an increase from his 2023-24 averages of 18.0 points, 2.7 rebounds and 6.5 assists.

The Cavaliers (59-15) have booked their place in the playoffs after making a strong start to the season. They have maintained a strong lead over second-place Boston Celtics, thanks to key players, including Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Jarrett Allen, Evan Mobley and DeAndre Hunter.

Cleveland Cavaliers guards Darius Garland (10) and Donovan Mitchell (45) - Source: Imagn

With eight games left in the regular season, the Cavs will hope to end the season on a high and secure the No. 1 seed ahead of the postseason.

About the author

Ubong Richard Archibong is an NBA and WNBA journalist at Sportskeeda with over a year's experience in the field with FirstSportz.

Ubong is an LA Lakers fan, and he grew up watching Kobe Bryant taking on everyone with his Mamba mentality. Ubong's love for the Lakers hit another level when his favorite player, LeBron James, joined LA from the Cavs. Other than LeBron, Ubong likes Anthony Edwards, Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson and Phil Jackson.

Beyond the court, Ubong is a traveler at heart and a Chelsea fan, always ready for the thrill and tension they bring. When not working, Ubong likes traveling and volunteering.

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