Talk of a strained dynamic is reportedly overblown when dissecting the Chicago Bulls and Josh Giddey's ongoing contract negotiations, at least according to the Chicago Sun-Times' Joe Cowley.
Cowley downplayed the panic, writing, "It’s not supposed to look harmonious. As a member of the Bulls’ organization recently pointed out in a text, 'It’s a negotiation.' That’s why the Bulls and guard Josh Giddey are in a stalemate in contract-extension talks. The sides have remained active in discussions throughout the offseason."
Later on, Cowley professed Giddey's desire to remain in Chicago and the Bulls' intent to keep the passing extraordinaire around, penning, "He wants to get a deal done to stay in Chicago, and the Bulls want him as a foundation piece…"
Giddey and the Bulls remain far apart in ongoing negotations
Therefore, instead of discussing Giddey's supposedly exorbitant asking price or Chicago's stubbornness in said negotiations, we'll pivot to a reasonable compromise between both parties.