Betrayal Or Break-Down? Jaden Ivey Claims Family “Turned On Him” After Bulls Release… While Wife Caitlyn Calls It A Play For Attention! (DETAILS)
Media Take Out has the most dramatic story in the NBA right now, and it involves former top-5 pick Jaden Ivey. It’s been a whirlwind week for the 24-year-old guard, who went from being the future of the Detroit Pistons to getting cut by the Chicago Bulls on Monday, March 30, 2026—and now, things are getting messy at home.
While the Bulls officially waived Ivey for “conduct detrimental to the team” following a series of controversial, religious-themed livestreams, the real drama is happening behind closed doors.
The “Betrayal” Livestream: “My Own Blood Is Against Me!”
Following his release, a visibly distressed Jaden took to Instagram Live to air out his family grievances. He alleged that his inner circle—including his wife, former Purdue volleyball star Caitlyn Ivey—has completely abandoned him in his time of need.
“Those who are my family members are betraying me because of what I spoke. The truth,” Jaden told his followers. “They’re saying I’m losing my mind. Saying that I’m crazy. These are my own family members who love me… my wife isn’t here, and she’s not even texting me back!”
Caitlyn Claps Back: “Do Not Be Deceived”
Caitlyn, who has been by Jaden’s side since their college days at Purdue, wasn’t about to let the “abandonment” narrative fly. On Wednesday, she took to her own Instagram Stories to set the record straight, implying that Jaden’s version of the truth is a far cry from reality.
“People say things for attention, do not be deceived,” Caitlyn wrote. “We were communicating all morning of that day. If you know me, you know I have never abandoned that man through all the trials. There is obviously a lot more going on.”
A History Of “Trials”: The January 2025 Confession
This isn’t the first time the Iveys’ private struggles have made headlines. In a bombshell interview on the Sports Spectrum podcast in January 2025, Jaden admitted to a “life of sin” before finding his current path.
The “Abuser” Admission: Jaden admitted that before they were married, his “anger” turned him into “somewhat of an abuser” toward Caitlyn.
The Struggles: He also spoke candidly about dealing with an addiction to adult content and “fornicating” before marriage, stating he was grateful Caitlyn stayed with him through “every bad moment.”
The $10.1 Million “Golden Parachute”
Despite being waived for his controversial comments—which included calling Catholicism a “false religion” and criticizing the NBA’s Pride Month celebrations as “unrighteousness”—Jaden is still getting paid.Media Take Out can confirm he will receive his full $10.1 million salary for the remainder of his rookie contract.
While his bank account is full, his NBA future is looking shaky. After appearing in only four games for the Bulls following a trade from Detroit, most league insiders believe Jaden needs to “get his house in order” before another team takes a chance on him.
The “Mental Health” Question
Fans and former teammates are divided. Some see Jaden as a man of deep (if controversial) conviction, while others are echoing his family’s concerns about his mental well-being. One Reddit user noted: “This isn’t just a religious phase; this looks like a crisis. He’s driving around livestreaming about ‘unrighteousness’ while his career evaporates.”
Is Jaden Ivey being “persecuted” for his faith, or is Caitlyn right that he’s just acting out for attention? Let us know in the comments!
