On Tuesday, one of the biggest questions of the NBA offseason was put to rest.
The Chicago Bulls and Josh Giddey agreed to a four-year, $100 million deal that keeps the restricted free agent with the team.
Following news of this deal, Trevor Lane said both sides made the right choice, but this could ultimately be a “bargain” for the Bulls.
“Makes so much sense given where the Bulls and Giddey were both at. Meet in the middle, and if he continues to play the way he did over the last few months of the season it’s going to be a bargain. 21.2 points, 10.7 rebounds, 9.3 assists per game post-All Star,” Lane posted on X.
Makes so much sense given where the Bulls and Giddey were both at. Meet in the middle, and if he continues to play the way he did over the last few months of the season it’s going to be a bargain. 21.2 points, 10.7 rebounds, 9.3 assists per game post-All Star https://t.co/2vKpjOOhrm
— Trevor Lane (@Trevor_Lane) September 10, 2025
The Bulls and Giddey were having a tough time hashing out a deal they both liked, and negotiations went on for weeks.
Understandably, the Bulls were looking to save money, and they didn’t want to spend all their available cash on Giddey, despite how well he’s been playing.
As for Giddey, he was really intent on reaching about $30 million a year, which is obviously a large demand.
Ultimately, $100 million means he will get $25 million annually, which is fairly close to what he wanted.
The deal isn’t perfect for Giddey, but it’s certainly generous.
The Bulls might be even happier with this contract, though, because they didn’t have to spend as much, and they get Giddey for at least four years.
And his first season with them was indeed very promising, with a strong average of 21.2 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 9.3 assists after the All-Star break.
Giddey showed he could be a crucial part of the team, and now the Bulls want a lot more of him.
Both sides are walking away happy here, even if they aren’t getting exactly what they asked for.
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