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February 22, 2026
On minutes restriction Sunday
Giddey will be on a minutes restriction during Sunday's game against the Knicks, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.
Analysis
Giddey recently returned to action after missing eight games due to a hamstring injury, and head coach Billy Donovan stated pregame that Giddey will have a minutes restriction for Sunday's game, as it is the second half of a back-to-back set. With Tre Jones also on a minutes restriction, Rob Dillingham and Collin Sexton could see slightly expanded roles off the bench.
February 20, 2026
Sees 21 minutes in return
Giddey registered five points (1-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals across 21 minutes during Thursday's 110-101 loss to Toronto.
Analysis
Giddey returned to action after missing Chicago's previous eight matchups while nursing a hamstring injury. He saw a modest workload, which is to be expected, and it's fair to expect the Bulls to proceed with caution moving forward. Plus, the Bulls begin a back-to-back set Saturday against Detroit.
February 19, 2026
Will play Thursday
Giddey (hamstring) will play Thursday against the Raptors.
Analysis
Giddey is set for a return after missing Chicago's previous eight matchups while nursing a hamstring injury. He hasn't played in a game since Jan. 28, so it wouldn't be a surprise to see the team take it easy with his playing time in his first game back.
February 19, 2026
Upgraded to probable
Giddey (hamstring) is probable for Thursday's game versus the Raptors.
Analysis
Giddey was initially listed as questionable, but the reports out of Chicago have been positive. The point guard was a full participant at Wednesday's practice and should officially get the green light to suit up shortly.
February 18, 2026
Draws questionable tag
Giddey (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis
Giddey was a full participant in practice Wednesday after missing the final eight games before the All-Star break. Recent reports out of Chicago are pointing towards a return to action for Giddey, but he will need to get through warmups without any setbacks before he is given the green light.
February 18, 2026
Expects to play Thursday
Giddey (hamstring) expects to play in Thursday's game against the Raptors, Will Gottlieb of AllCHGO.com reports.
Analysis
Giddey was a full participant in practice Wednesday, and he looks to be on the verge of ending an eight-game absence with a strained left hamstring. The star guard's return would likely translate into fewer minutes for Collin Sexton and Jaden Ivey at the point. That said, it wouldn't be shocking if the Bulls have a minutes restriction in mind initially for Giddey once he's able to take the floor.