Josh Giddey Delivers Double-Double in Win, Eyes Fresh Start with Chicago Bulls

Josh Giddey recently contributed 21 points (8-12 FG, 5-8 FT), 14 rebounds, and six assists in 30 minutes during a 130-127 win over the Nuggets. This performance follows his trade from Oklahoma City to Chicago in exchange for Alex Caruso shortly after last season. Giddey's previous season saw him average 12.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 4.8 assists in 25.1 minutes, with improved perimeter and free-throw efficiency. He holds career highs of 16.6 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 48.2% shooting from 2022-23, and recorded 28 double-doubles and four triple-doubles in his sophomore year. Now with the Chicago Bulls, Giddey seeks a fresh start, competing for minutes with players like Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White, and is a potential mid-to-late round draft target if he improves his range and defense. Despite pre-draft concerns about his shooting, his improved free-throw percentage offers hope for consistent three-point shooting.