Josh Giddey will sign a four-year, $100 million extension with the Chicago Bulls, guaranteed with no options, making him the franchise’s starting point guard cornerstone. The move follows Chicago’s swap last season that sent Alex Caruso to the Thunder in a deal that quietly reshaped the backcourt. Giddey’s breakout 2023-24 campaign included career highs across points, rebounds, assists, steals, and three-point percentage, highlighted by seven triple-doubles and a late-season surge after the LaVine trade.

Giddey’s late-season surge produced a monster stat-line during the final stretch, including an injury-riddled month where he played through a palm muscle tear. A former No. 6 pick, he remains the youngest triple-double in NBA history. The market for restricted free agents has been limited this summer, with Cam Thomas signifying the few deals inked as other stars linger in the market.