Chicago, IL – November 3, 2025 – In a city still haunted by the ghosts of six NBA championships, a new Australian sensation is rewriting the Chicago Bulls’ storied legacy. Josh Giddey, the dynamic point guard acquired in a blockbuster trade last offseason, has exploded onto the scene in his second year with the team, etching his name into franchise immortality. With his eighth triple-double already in the books—just 76 games into his Bulls tenure—Giddey isn’t just thriving; he’s charging toward the pantheon of Bulls greats, with Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen squarely in his crosshairs.
The bombshell dropped on Sunday night, even amid a hard-fought 112-105 loss to the rival New York Knicks at the United Center. While the defeat snapped Chicago’s scorching 5-0 start—leaving them tied atop the Eastern Conference with the Philadelphia 76ers at 5-1—it couldn’t overshadow Giddey’s virtuoso performance. In a career-high-tying 38 minutes, the 23-year-old phenom dismantled the Knicks’ defense for 23 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 assists, shooting an efficient 9-of-19 from the field and a scorching 3-of-6 from beyond the arc. It was his latest masterpiece, propelling him past Joakim Noah’s seven triple-doubles and vaulting him to third all-time in Bulls history.
According to data from Underdog NBA, the leaderboard now reads like a who’s who of Chicago excellence—with a fresh twist:
| Player | Triple-Doubles | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Jordan | 28 | The GOAT’s unmatched flair defined the ’90s dynasty. |
| Scottie Pippen | 15 | The versatile wing who made Jordan’s magic possible. |
| Josh Giddey | 8 | The rising star, all in just 76 games—faster than anyone in franchise history. |
Giddey’s blistering pace is unprecedented. He’s the only Bull to notch at least three triple-doubles in fewer than 100 games with the team, a testament to his all-court wizardry and the perfect fit within Chicago’s revamped roster. Noah, the gritty center who anchored the Bulls from 2007 to 2016 across 572 games, now sits fourth—a distant echo of Giddey’s rapid ascent.
“It’s surreal,” Giddey said postgame, flashing that signature grin amid the United Center’s electric buzz. “Growing up, I idolized MJ and Pippen. To be mentioned in the same breath? That’s fuel. Scottie’s 15 feels like a mountain, but I’m built for climbs.” His eyes lit up when asked about the goal: surpassing Pippen’s mark. “Why not aim high? This team’s got the pieces—we’re playing free, and I’m just trying to elevate everyone.”
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Giddey’s journey to this moment reads like a Hollywood script. Drafted sixth overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2021 after dominating for the Adelaide 36ers in Australia’s NBL, he arrived in the NBA as a 6-foot-8 unicorn—part playmaker, part rebounding machine. Over three seasons in OKC, Giddey started all 194 games he appeared in, evolving from a raw rookie into a floor general. His 2023-24 campaign was a breakout: 80 games of 12.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 4.8 assists on 47% field goal shooting and 33% from three.
But whispers of a crowded backcourt led to a seismic trade two summers ago. The Bulls, hungry to rebuild around young talent after years of mediocrity, shipped beloved defender Alex Caruso to the Thunder (who parlayed him into a title run). In return? Giddey, a restricted free agent they locked up with a jaw-dropping four-year, $100 million extension. It was a bet on vision over proven pedigree—and it’s paying dividends in spades.
His rookie Bulls season was a revelation: 14.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game, with improved efficiency at 46% from the field and a leap to 37% from deep. Teammates raved about his unselfish style, turning Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan into even deadlier scorers. Off the court, Giddey’s maturity shone through, mentoring rookies and embracing Chicago’s rabid fanbase with Aussie charm.
This season? Giddey’s dialed it up to MVP-caliber levels. Through five games, he’s averaging 22.0 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 8.0 assists in 32.6 minutes—numbers that scream All-Star candidacy. His three-point stroke has caught fire at 45%, and his plus-minus rating leads the team. “Josh is our engine,” Bulls coach Billy Donovan beamed after the Knicks thriller. “He’s seeing the floor like a vet twice his age, and that triple-double vision? It’s contagious.”
The path to Pippen’s 15 isn’t without hurdles. The Eastern Conference is a gauntlet, with juggernauts like the Knicks, Celtics, and Bucks lurking. Injuries derailed Noah’s prime; fatigue could test Giddey’s workload. Yet, with a 5-1 record and momentum surging, Chicago feels like a contender again—the kind that echoes the ’90s glory days.
As Giddey jogged off the court Sunday, dapping up fans chanting his name, one thing was crystal clear: the kid from Adelaide isn’t just stepping into history. He’s sprinting toward it, one triple-double at a time. Pippen, watch your back. The Bulls’ next legend is here—and he’s got the stats, the swagger, and the hunger to claim his throne.