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January 27, 2026
Logs 28 minutes in loss
Giddey posted 19 points (6-14 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven assists and six rebounds across 28 minutes off the bench in Monday's 129-118 loss to the Lakers.
Analysis
Giddey made his third appearance following an 11-game absence due to a left hamstring strain, and he saw a slight bump in minutes after playing 24 on Saturday and 26 on Thursday. The 23-year-old point guard dished out a team-high seven assists and also led Chicago's bench in rebounds. Additionally, he finished as the Bulls' third-leading scorer after posting four points on 1-of-6 shooting in Saturday's win over Boston. In three outings following the extended absence, Giddey has averaged 14.7 points, 7.3 assists and 6.7 rebounds in 26.0 minutes per contest.
January 25, 2026
Dishes 10 dimes in Saturday's win
Giddey finished with four points (1-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and 10 assists in 24 minutes during Saturday's 114-111 win over the Celtics.
Analysis
Giddey came off the bench for a second consecutive game as he works on his conditioning following an 11-game absence due to a hamstring strain. He made just one field goal during Saturday's win but still made an impact offensively with a game-high 10 assists. The Bulls take on the Lakers on Monday, and Giddey could remain in a bench role for the foreseeable future in order to help manage his injury and playing time.
January 24, 2026
To play around 24 minutes
Head coach Billy Donovan said Giddey will be on a minutes restriction of around 24 minutes in Saturday's game against Boston, Cody Westerlund of 670TheScore.com reports.
Analysis
Giddey returned from an 11-game absence due to a hamstring injury Thursday and played 26 minutes off the bench. He'll be limited to mid-20s minutes once again Saturday night and will remain in a reserve role. Giddey logged 21 points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals Thursday.
January 24, 2026
Upgraded to available
Giddey (hamstring) is available for Saturday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis
Giddey was listed as probable before this contest after notching 21 points, six rebounds, five assists and two steals off the bench in Thursday's win over the Timberwolves. That was his first appearance since Dec. 29. Giddey should handle his regular workload as one of the Bulls' go-to options on offense in this matchup.
January 23, 2026
Probable for Saturday
Giddey (hamstring) is probable for Saturday's game versus Boston.
Analysis
Giddey recorded 21 points (7-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-9 FT), six rebounds, five assists and two steals in 26 minutes during Thursday's 120-115 win over the Timberwolves in his return to the lineup, and the probable tag suggests that his hamstring injury responded well. For now, fantasy managers can pencil him into active lineups.
January 23, 2026
Produces 21 points in return
Giddey (hamstring) recorded 21 points (7-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-9 FT), six rebounds, five assists and two steals in 26 minutes during Thursday's 120-115 win over the Timberwolves.
Analysis
Giddey came off the bench in his first action since Dec. 29 after putting a left hamstring strain behind him. He didn't need much time to shake off the rust, as he shot the basketball efficiently from the field and also managed to contribute on the opposite end of the court. Considering he hadn't played in nearly a month, the 23-year-old logged a sizable workload Thursday, though it's unclear if he'll be ready to return to the starting five for the Bulls' next game Saturday versus the Celtics.
January 22, 2026
Officially cleared to play
Giddey (hamstring) is available for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves, K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network reports.
Analysis
Giddey has officially been given the green light to return after missing 11 straight games with a hamstring injury. Johnson notes that Giddey will be on a minutes restriction Thursday and is expected to log around 24 minutes in his first game back. He'll be deployed off the bench as the Bulls elect to maintain the starting lineup of Coby White and Isaac Okoro in the backcourt until Giddey can handle a larger workload.
January 22, 2026
Upgraded to probable
Giddey (hamstring) has been upgraded to probable for Thursday's game versus Minnesota.
Analysis
Giddey, who has been sidelined since Dec. 29, is trending towards a return Thursday after previously being labeled as questionable. It's possible he may face restrictions in his first game back, however. With this news, players such as Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter and Ayo Dosunmu could see their usage and minutes take a hit.
January 21, 2026
Questionable for Thursday
Giddey (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis
Giddey has been sidelined since Dec. 29, but based on coach Billy Donovan's recent comments, a return against Minnesota is certainly on the table. Once he does get the green light, players such as Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter and Ayo Dosunmu could lose some touches and minutes.