The Chicago Bulls faced a difficult choice in parting ways with Alex Caruso. Some fans were upset, believing they could have received more in return if he had been traded earlier, and they might be correct.
However, acquiring Josh Giddey wasn’t a bad move. Although Giddey, a recent lottery pick, didn’t have a great season, it might have been due to his fit with the Oklahoma City Thunder rather than his skills. The Bulls needed a pass-first player, which is why Coach Billy Donovan believes Giddey will have an immediate impact.
In an interview with Frank Isola on SiriusXM NBA Radio, Donovan mentioned that the Bulls played faster when Lonzo Ball was on the court. While they hope for Ball’s return, they needed someone like Giddey to maintain that pace and distribute the ball effectively. This acquisition indicates that the Bulls are ready to rebuild and suggests they might not fully trust Ball to return to his previous form. Giddey, being young and fitting the team’s needs, made the trade a sensible decision for both sides.