Chilling Details Emerge on Jaden Ivey’s 'Preacher' Reputation in Pistons Locker Room Before Bulls Trade

Jaden Ivey (Image Credits: Imagn)

Chilling Details Emerge on Jaden Ivey’s 'Preacher' Reputation in Pistons Locker Room Before Bulls Trade

Originally posted on Total Pro Sports | By Kenny Nosay | Last updated Apr 1, 2026 3:12 AM ET

The Chicago Bulls immediately waived embattled guard Jaden Ivey after his anti-LGBT remarks on his Instagram account. While they were blasted by their own fans for their swift decision, a new report suggests that there are some weird things going on behind the scenes with Ivey.

There were reports that the 24-year-old asked inappropriate questions to some of the Bulls’ staff. And this all happened even before his outburst against Pride Night. Now, it looks like some additional information has leaked out to the public, painting Jaden Ivey as a ‘preacher’. However, this time, it happened when he was still in Detroit.

“Jaden Ivey reportedly had a reputation for being a “preacher” in the Pistons’ locker room before being traded to Chicago,” according to a report from Chris Mannix.

Jaden Ivey reportedly had a reputation for being a “preacher” in the Pistons’ locker room before being traded to Chicago, via @Suntimes h/t @SIChrisMannix pic.twitter.com/uvo2EEWftZ
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Religion is a fickle topic to discuss. Its authenticity has been debated for decades. But Ivey is entitled to his own opinion about the matter. Too bad that the consequence he received was being booted from his basketball job.

Jaden Ivey’s Actions Should Not Be Ignored, According to Former Coach

When the Jaden Ivey issue erupted, many people were divided by his strong opinions. There were those who were supportive, and some – especially from the LGBT community – hated what Ivey had said. But at least the former 2022 lottery pick was not painted as the sole villain by his former coach, Billy Donovan.

Jaden Ivey (Image Credits: Imagn)

“I think in this day and age, you have to be conscientious of all these guys may be going through things. And I’m not passing judgment on what Jaden is or is not going through. But I do worry about that, not only for Jaden, but for all of our players,” Donovan said to reporters.

“Are we providing the resources, which I think we do, to help them in any way we can? I think if any player reached out and said I need some help in this, we could help them,” he added.

Donovan has some good points here. The NBA should offer support to Jaden Ivey rather than condemn him altogether.

This article first appeared on Total Pro Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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