Giddey Logs 19 Points, 7 Assists in Return from Hamstring Strain

Josh Giddey posted 19 points (6-14 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven assists, and six rebounds in 28 minutes off the bench during Monday's 129-118 loss to the Lakers. This was his third game back after an 11-game absence due to a left hamstring strain, seeing increased minutes. The 23-year-old point guard led Chicago's bench in rebounds and dished out a team-high seven assists. Over his last three outings since returning, Giddey has averaged 14.7 points, 7.3 assists, and 6.7 rebounds in 26.0 minutes.