Josh Giddey wants $30 million per year on his next deal, but the Chicago Bulls aren't willing to offer that. They have the cap space to do so, but it's the beginning of August, and there hasn't been traction on a deal between the two sides. There is a gap in negotiations.
Giddey bet on himself last offseason by pushing to leave the Thunder for a starting role with a different team. Sam Presti granted his wish, sending him to the Bulls for Alex Caruso. Giddey watched from afar as Oklahoma City won the 2025 championship, but it's not like it was with regret after what he accomplished during his first season in Chicago.