Giddy’s four-year, $100M extension cements him as Chicago’s cornerstone, shaping a cap plan that could unlock a high-end FA window by 2026-27 while keeping Kobe White and I.O. DeSumo in play. Bulls fans are weighing a potential trade path for a true star and how to balance cost with flexibility as the cap rises. Rule changes on late-heave attempts and the NBA Cup tweaks add seasonal drama and fantasy upside, even as the team plots its path around Giddy’s development.

The show weighs the 26-27 cap picture, exploring how ascending vs flat deals affect long-term space and extensions, plus whether a Brown-style blockbuster is feasible. It also emphasizes Giddy’s two core goals this season: finish at the rim with efficiency and sustain a potent three-point threat off the ball, all while leading an offense that must stay cohesive even if defense remains a work-in-progress.