While the Chicago Bulls had a tough 2025-26 season, it turned out to be a career year for Josh Giddey, and his name has recently been popping up in the rumor mill as a possible trade candidate. However, things took a turn on Wednesday, as his latest update revealed his currently recovering from ankle surgery.
The Bulls announced on social media that the 23-year-old guard is recovering from right ankle arthroscopy. His recovery process is three months, which means he will be back to regular basketball activities by August.
“Medical Update: Josh Giddey recently underwent a successful right ankle arthroscopy,” reported the Bulls. “Giddey is scheduled to start basketball activities in approximately three months and is expected to return for the start of training camp.”
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With Giddey in recovery for the next three months, that may hinder the trade rumors involving the five-year veteran. Josh Giddey became a potential trade candidate after the Bulls hired Bryson Graham as the new Executive Vice President. Other teams may still be interested in trading for Giddey, but the injury could change his trade value, or even force some organizations to go in a different direction altogether.
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While the Chicago Bulls had a tough 2025-26 season, it turned out to be a career year for Josh Giddey, and his name has recently been popping up in the rumor mill as a possible trade candidate. However, things took a turn on Wednesday, as his latest update revealed his currently recovering from ankle surgery.