Who is Overtime Megan? Influencer sends internet into frenzy with Josh Giddey post
Megan Eugenio, more popularly known as Overtime Megan, sent the internet into a frenzy with her Josh Giddey post. Eugenio shared an image of Giddey and herself following his monster performance against the New Orleans Pelicans.
The TikTok star praised Giddey when he scored 31-point against the Pelicans in April, 2023. Eugenio posted a picture with Giddey, prompting fans to wonder if there's more to their friendship. The two haven't commented on the speculation yet.
Rumors about Eugenio and Giddey dating have circulated, primarily on parody accounts. However, there is no evidence to support these claims.
"31!!!!! π INSANITY!! super proud," Eugenio wrote.
INSANITY!! super proud @joshgiddey
31!!!!! π INSANITY!! super proud @joshgiddey https://t.co/z6TQh5Jb0p
According to the New York Post, the photo of Overtime Megan and Josh Giddey was taken during the NBA All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City in February. Giddey was selected to play in the Jordan Rising Stars game, while Megan is a huge sports fan in general.
The New York Post also noted that Megan deleted a reply-tweet telling someone that she's not dating Giddey. TMZ reported in October that the influencer was dating Calgary Flames prospect Cole Schwindt.
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Who is Overtime Megan?
Megan Eugenio was born on Oct. 17, 1999 to Mark and Michelle Eugenio. Overtime Megan has three siblings β Mark, Amanda and Joshua. Mark died in 2006 after a mysterious illness. Megan was born and raised in Massachusetts, attending Bishop Fenwick High School.
Eugenio also went to Pace University before working for Overtime, a sports network that catered for members of Gen Z.
Overtime Megan's meteoric rise saw her ascend to become one of their most beloved and impactful creators, within short period of time. She became a social media influencer in 2019 and has amassed a combined three million followers on TikTok and Instagram. Known for her engaging lip-syncs, dynamic montages, and playful dubs, "overtimemegan" carved out her niche on TikTok, with basketball often making a prominent appearance in her content.
According to her social media profiles, Eugenio is a huge sports fan and follows the NBA, NHL and NFL. She was recently linked to former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown, who posted a picture of a woman in bed with him.
Some fans speculated that it was Tom Brady's ex-wife Giselle Bundchen, while others thought it was Overtime Megan. The TikTok star denied the rumor and clarified that she's not the woman in bed with Brown.
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Fans react to Overtime Megan's post on Josh Giddey
Fans on social media were surprised to see Overtime Megan praise Josh Giddey on Twitter. Some were very impressed with Giddey's game on and off the court, while others simply hilariously reacted with memes.
Here are some of the best comments on Megan's post on Giddey:
@overtimemegan @joshgiddey Josh Giddey on and off the floor https://t.co/JuJzcPn54h
@overtimemegan @joshgiddey That boi josh giddey rn: https://t.co/0STsGCPTq6
@overtimemegan @joshgiddey Look! Another Josh Giddey W! https://t.co/3rvK6ZU6Ic
@overtimemegan @joshgiddey Josh on and off the court https://t.co/Y1rkrYNkst
@overtimemegan @joshgiddey https://t.co/fjChu7QvUG
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