Giddey triple-double powers Bulls past Hawks in overtime
Josh Giddey recorded his first triple-double of the season as Chicago beat Atlanta 125-117 in overtime.
Chicago defeated the Hawks in an NBA Cup clash at United Center, snapping an eight-game losing streak. Giddey notched 15 points, 10 rebounds and 14 assists for his 32nd career triple-double, going 3-of-7 from three-point range.
Dyson Daniels added six points and nine rebounds for Atlanta, while Jock Landale, still wearing a protective mask after breaking his nose, scored 12 points before fouling out late. Norman Powell led all scorers with 33 points for the Bulls.
The Hawks remain 7-6 while Chicago improves to 2-9. Another Aussie, Tyrese Proctor, scored 22 points for Cleveland in a losing effort against Miami.
- 125-117
- Final score
- 15 points, 10 rebounds, 14 assists
- Giddey's triple-double
- Eight games
- Losing streak snapped
- 32nd
- Career triple-doubles
Why it mattersGiddey's triple-double marks a turning point for the struggling Bulls. All three Australian players performed well in a competitive night.
AustraliaThree Australian players competed in high-profile NBA games, with Giddey recording a milestone performance while all three received solid minutes.
