Chicago Bulls secure Josh Giddey with $100M four-year deal
Chicago Bulls secure Josh Giddey with $100M four-year deal

Chicago Bulls secure Josh Giddey with $100M four-year deal

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Josh Giddey has signed a four-year, $100 million contract with the Chicago Bulls, solidifying his role as the team's starting point guard and making him their highest-paid player. After being acquired from the Oklahoma City Thunder in June 2024, Giddey quickly became a key contributor, averaging strong stats including 14.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game, with a particularly dominant stretch after the All-Star break. The contract negotiations were prolonged and challenging due to tight salary cap space across the league, but both Giddey and the Bulls maintained a positive and constructive dialogue, with Giddey expressing that Chicago felt like home from day one. Giddey emphasized that his commitment to the Bulls was clear from the start, and he is eager to contribute consistently and help the team progress beyond their recent Play-In Tournament exits. The Bulls view Giddey as a central figure in their rebuilding efforts alongside other young players. Overall, both parties are optimistic about the future following the agreement, and Giddey is focused on maintaining his high level of play to justify the investment.

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