The Chicago Bulls are currently coming down the stretch of what has been another subpar season, as their most recent 142-110 victory against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night broke a six-game losing streak, bringing their record to 23-35.
Fortunately for Chicago, they were able to take at least one positive away from their recent skid, as fourth-year guard Josh Giddey offered arguably the best stretch of his young career.
Over the past five games, the 22-year-old has contributed 20.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.6 blocks on a mind-boggling 55.7% shooting accuracy from the field.
The career 32.4% three-point shooter has also enjoyed a ridiculously hot stretch from distance, as he’s also knocked down 63.6% of his 4.4 three-point attempts while connecting on 91.7% of his chances at the free-throw line.
In the team’s win against Philadelphia on Monday, the former No. 6 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft by the Oklahoma City Thunder continued his remarkable tear by pouring in 25 points, grabbing 16 rebounds and dishing out six assists in a contest which Chicago led by as many as 50 points.
Due to his incredible run, the 6-foot-8 combo-guard may have drastically driven his price tag up as he prepares for restricted free agency this summer.
Though the Bulls will likely have the funds to match any contract he receives, another team with plenty of cap room could swoop in and take him away if their offer is deemed too expensive for Chicago to equal.
There are some franchises that Chicago might be afraid of when the free agency period begins this summer, like the Brooklyn Nets, who may be completely fixated on bringing in a star talent regardless of the cost.
On the other hand, the Bulls’ front office could also gather the opinion that someone as versatile and young as Giddey could be an asset they refuse to let walk away.
Because of this unbelievable tear, Giddey could possibly command a salary in the range of $20 million at minimum.
His box score figures for the entire 2024-25 season of 12.9 points, 7.4 rebounds and 6.4 assists might not scream “max contract,” but it’s not hard to believe that a prospective team with money to spend could possibly make him an offer exceeding $25 million annually.
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