The Chicago Bulls and Josh Giddey are at a crossroads. Giddey, now approaching his second contract, is determined to secure the deal he feels he’s earned. The deal averages $30 million annually, which is in line with what starting point guards typically earn in the modern NBA.
Unfortunately for Giddey, he's a restricted free agent. Thus, he has no bargaining power. Salary cap space has dried up league-wide. No rival team can offer the 6-foot-8 point guard even a modest sum. Consequently, Giddey is left with two options. Sign the one-year, $11.1 million qualifying offer or come to a compromise with the Bulls, who have reportedly only offered a contract in the $20 million range.