“38 YO Sidechick” Of Anthony Edwards Has MELTDOWN Over Rumor He PAID Her Off To LEAVE HIM ALONE

Social media is in flames again as a woman alleged to be the 38-year-old “sidechick” of NBA star Anthony Edwards has gone on an explosive online rant, denying rumors that she was paid off to walk away from the rising basketball star’s life.

The drama unfolded over the weekend after several blogs and fan accounts began circulating unverified claims that Edwards, who is currently one of the most talked-about young players in the NBA, had financially settled with an older woman he was allegedly romantically involved with in order to end the relationship quietly.

According to the online chatter, the woman—whose identity had been kept relatively under wraps until now—was offered a lump sum to “leave him alone” and cut off all communication.

The speculation was enough to spark a digital wildfire, and it didn’t take long before the woman herself responded—loudly.

In a now-viral video posted to her personal Instagram, the 38-year-old, who has since been identified by fans and media alike, completely lost her composure.

Tears, raised voice, and emotional confessions poured out as she vehemently denied being paid off by anyone, especially Anthony Edwards.

“I don’t need his money. I never asked for a dime,” she said in the emotionally charged video.

“I was there for him before the fame. Before the millions. I didn’t care about the NBA. I cared about HIM.”

She claimed that their relationship was genuine, not transactional, and that she has remained silent out of respect for his image and career—but now feels betrayed by how the public has twisted the narrative.

“You all want me to be the villain because I’m older? Because I’m not some Instagram model? I’m a grown woman who fell for someone younger, and now I’m being dragged like I’m some gold-digging problem,” she continued.

Her outburst has sparked a massive wave of reactions.

Some viewers sympathized with her, praising her for speaking out and expressing what seemed like real pain.

Others, however, questioned her motives and timing, asking why she chose to go public now and whether she was simply upset that the relationship had ended.

In the comment sections of the reposted video clips, opinions are sharply divided.

Some comments read, “She’s hurting. Let her speak her truth,” while others questioned, “If you didn’t care about fame, why are you on Live crying now?”

What complicates the story further is the silence from Anthony Edwards himself.

The young NBA star, currently focused on his playoff run and team responsibilities, has not responded to the allegations or the video meltdown.

He has maintained a spotless public image so far—dedicated to his craft, family-oriented, and generally free from scandal.

This situation is the first time he’s found himself entangled in off-court drama of this nature.

Sources close to Edwards suggest he is “aware” of the social media situation but has been advised to ignore it and let it pass.

The team has refused to comment, and no official representative has confirmed or denied whether any financial agreement was ever made.

Still, insiders have noted that Anthony and the woman in question were seen together months ago in what appeared to be a romantic setting, though nothing was ever publicly confirmed.

Some are now speculating that the situation could escalate legally if the woman continues to speak out or if Edwards chooses to protect his reputation.

Public opinion has started to shift as well, with some fans expressing concern about the emotional state of the woman and calling for mental health support rather than ridicule.

Others feel the situation is yet another example of young celebrities becoming targets for opportunists who later turn emotional when the connection ends.

Beyond the drama, the situation has opened broader discussions about age-gap relationships, particularly between older women and younger high-profile men.

The 38-year-old’s meltdown, while shocking to some, is being interpreted by others as the pain of someone who may have genuinely believed the relationship was more serious than it was.

Her repeated insistence that “it was real” and that she “never asked for anything” suggests emotional attachment—perhaps even heartbreak.

Still, many agree that bringing it all to the public eye, especially through an explosive social media rant, has only made matters worse for her image.

Meanwhile, the NBA community is watching closely to see if the situation will affect Anthony Edwards’ focus or public standing.

So far, it hasn’t.

He continues to show up, perform, and remain silent through the noise—a strategy many believe is best.

But with the internet being what it is, and the woman’s frustration still boiling, there may be more to come.

Whether this saga fizzles out or erupts further remains to be seen.

One thing is certain: when fame and personal relationships collide in the public sphere, the outcome is rarely clean—and almost never quiet.