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Insider Provides Update on Bulls' Josh Giddey Negotiations
- On Monday, the Chicago Bulls missed the deadline for extending restricted free agent Josh Giddey, leaving negotiations unresolved without an agreement.
- Giddey’s camp demands $30 million annually for a five-year deal, causing an impasse with the Bulls seeking a lower figure amid minimal outside interest.
- Giddey's 14.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game confirm his on-court value amid limited interest from other NBA teams, highlighting a market and negotiation gap.
- If negotiations fail, Giddey would accept a one-year qualifying offer, risking strained relations and potential alienation from the Chicago Bulls.
- Ultimately, the Bulls and Giddey must compromise, recognizing their mutual importance for Chicago's rebuilding process and future success.
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Josh Giddey Still Seeking $30M Per Season From Bulls
Restricted free agent guard Josh Giddey is still asking for at least $30 million per year from the Chicago Bulls, according to Joe Crowley of the Chicago Sun-Times. Giddey, who turns 23 in October, is seeking a five-year, $150 million contract similar to that of Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs. Such a deal would give […] The post Josh Giddey Still Seeking $30M Per Season From Bulls appeared first on Basketball Insiders | NBA Rumors And Basketbal…
Josh Giddey Dug In On $30M Per Year Contract
The Chicago Bulls and restricted free agent Josh Giddey continue to have good dialogue on a new contract. However, Giddey has not moved off his desire for a contract that averages $30 million per year. Giddey wants to be in the same range contract that Jalen Suggs signed with the Orlando Magic or Jalen Johnson signed with the Atlanta Hawks last offseason. The Magic frontloaded Suggs' deal, while Johnson's deal came in at a flat $30 million per s…
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