Bulls Guard Jaden Ivey Sparks Concern with Bizarre Social Media Behavior

Fans worry Ivey may be experiencing a mental health crisis after recent religious social media posts.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:04am

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Chicago Bulls guard Jaden Ivey has raised concerns among fans after posting a series of lengthy, intense religious videos on social media. In the posts, Ivey is seen sitting in his car reading Bible scriptures and making impassioned pleas to his followers, leading some to speculate he may be experiencing a mental health breakdown. Ivey has responded defensively to fans expressing worry, further fueling concerns about his well-being.

Why it matters

Ivey was a highly touted lottery pick just a few years ago, but has struggled with injuries and inconsistent play since joining the NBA. His bizarre social media behavior has raised questions about his mental state and ability to continue his professional basketball career.

The details

In two recent Instagram livestreams, Ivey posted videos lasting 75 minutes and 35 minutes respectively, in which he read Bible verses and made religious proclamations. Fans expressed concern in the comments, with some suggesting Ivey may be experiencing a mental health crisis or religious psychosis. Ivey responded defensively to the worried fans, telling one 'God does not hear your Prayer if you are a sinner' and telling another 'You don't judge righteously because you yourself are not righteous.'

  • On March 27, 2026, Ivey posted a 35-minute Instagram livestream reading the Bible.
  • On March 29, 2026, Ivey posted a 75-minute Instagram livestream reading the Bible and making religious pleas.

The players

Jaden Ivey

A 24-year-old guard for the Chicago Bulls who was a top-5 draft pick in 2022 but has struggled with injuries and inconsistent play in his NBA career so far.

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What they’re saying

“God does not hear your Prayer if you are a sinner.”

— Jaden Ivey, Chicago Bulls Guard

“You don't judge righteously because you yourself are not righteous. You clearly have a speck in your eye so you can get a speck out of someone else's eye.”

— Jaden Ivey, Chicago Bulls Guard

What’s next

The Bulls organization has not yet commented on Ivey's behavior, but they may need to evaluate his mental health and determine if he needs any support or intervention.

The takeaway

Ivey's concerning social media posts have sparked worries about his mental well-being and ability to continue his NBA career. This situation highlights the importance of professional athletes having access to comprehensive mental health resources and support systems.