The NBA 2021 draft class has been in the news for all wrong reasons. Many players of the 2021 draft are around the controversies. Whether it be Josh Giddey, Jalen Green, Kai Jones, or James Bouknight, all of these NBA players have impacted the league’s reputation.
NBA Rookies Face Off-Court Troubles: Green’s NSFW Video, Bouknight’s Drug Arrest, Jones’ Mental Health Concerns
Jalen Green, who was the 2nd overall pick in the NBA 2021 draft by the Houston Rockets, got himself into a controversy during the offseason. Green, alongside his teammate, Josh Christopher, was seen in an NSFW video. The video went viral on social media, sparking debate and discussions across the NBA community.
Stephen A. Smith explains why he hasn’t spoke about Josh Giddey
“He’s 21, we don’t know how old she is. We don’t know anything, we know there’s an investigation going on. That’s all we know. We don’t know anything else. You know why Stephen A. hasn’t said anything? Because you… pic.twitter.com/yRovsH4PXR
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) November 28, 2023
Another incident in which James Bouknight, the 11th overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft by the Charlotte Hornets, was arrested in a drug-related case. Bouknight was charged for using drugs and marijuana.
This incident raised questions about the NBA’s drug policy and responsibility.
Kai Jones, who was the 19th overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft by the Charlotte Hornets, was considered a promising player. However, he was involved in some strange situations, due to which the team management waived him off.
Jones has been absent from the team and posting some unusual stuff on social media. He asked for a trade on social media rather than requesting the team management.
That 2021 class needs to be studied pic.twitter.com/VjA5LTH21P
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Moreover, Jones posted some messages on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, which sparked discussion about his mental health and well-being. While asked, he denied being on drugs.
Josh Giddey Under Investigation for Alleged Relationship with Underage Girl
Lastly, Josh Giddey, who was the 6th overall pick in the NBA 2021 draft by the Oklahoma City Thunder, has been accused of dating an underage girl.
Some photos and videos of Giddey with his minor girlfriend were posted by anonymous social media users, whose account was later deactivated and the posts were deleted. Currently, an investigation is going on the matter.
