Overview
- Giddey turned his right ankle defending De'Andre Hunter during Saturday’s loss to Cleveland, returned to finish but went 0-for-6 afterward.
- He was initially listed as questionable for Monday before being downgraded to out, and the team considers him day-to-day.
- Chicago planned to start Matas Buzelis in his place, with Ayo Dosunmu or Kevin Huerter absorbing extra ball-handling duties.
- Giddey has powered the Bulls’ 6-3 start, averaging 21.4 points, 9.6 rebounds and 9.3 assists on 46% shooting, including 39% from three.
- The Bulls play at Detroit on Wednesday and then have three days off, a window Donovan noted could help Giddey complete his recovery, while Coby White remains out but is nearing team activities.