On Sunday night at the United Center, Josh Giddey made Chicago Bulls history in a commanding 120-97 win against the Milwaukee Bucks. Giddey secured a triple-double with 20 points, 14 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals, and one block, showcasing his all-around impact in 32 minutes on the court while shooting 7-of-14 from the field and 5-of-11 from beyond the arc.
Giddey Matches Scottie Pippen in Franchise Triple-Double Records
During the game, Giddey tied a significant Chicago Bulls franchise record for the number of career regular-season triple-doubles. The NBA noted,
Josh Giddey 🤝 Scottie Pippen In today’s win, Josh Giddey (20p, 14r, 10a) recorded his 15th career triple-double in the regular season with the Bulls, tying Scottie Pippen for the second-most in franchise history. Only Michael Jordan (28) has more 🤯
NFL – NBA, highlighting Giddey’s place among Bulls legends.
In his second NBA season with Chicago, Giddey is averaging 17.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, 8.4 assists, and 1.0 steals over 40 games, maintaining shooting splits of 45.8% from the field and 37.2% from three-point range.
Following the Bucks game, Bulls on CHSN reported,
Josh Giddey dropped his 8th triple-double of the season today vs. Milwaukee 🔥 🏀Career-high in triple-doubles in a season 🏀Tied Scottie Pippen for second-most in franchise history (15)
Team Standings and Upcoming Matchups After Key Win
The Bulls improved their record to 25-36 through 61 games, placing them as the 12th seed in the Eastern Conference despite only securing one win in their last ten games. Their next challenge awaits on Tuesday night at home, where they will face the Oklahoma City Thunder at the United Center.
NBA Australia emphasized the significance of the victory and Giddey’s contributions:
Josh Giddey and the Bulls have returned to form in emphatic fashion with a 120 – 97 win over the Bucks, including a franchise record 27-0 run in the second half. Giddey posted a career best 8th triple-double of the season, and in doing so ties Scottie Pippen for the 2nd most triple-doubles in Bulls history with 15.
Meanwhile, the Bucks dropped to 26-33 in 59 games, sitting as the 11th seed and enduring a two-game losing streak. They will next host the Boston Celtics on Monday in Wisconsin.
ESPN analyst Olgun Uluc further highlighted Giddey’s remarkable play, stating,
It’s Giddey’s 8th triple-double of the season, which is third in the NBA. He also tied his career-high with 5 made three-pointers.
Context of the Bulls’ Recent Performance and Playoff Prospects
The Bulls are aiming to return to playoff contention after losing in the play-in tournament last season and having last appeared in the NBA playoffs in 2022. Josh Giddey’s consistent triple-double performances inject cautious optimism for the Bulls’ pursuit of a postseason spot, even as challenges remain.
Josh Giddey 🤝 Scottie Pippen
In today's win, Josh Giddey (20p, 14r, 10a) recorded his 15th career triple-double in the regular season with the Bulls, tying Scottie Pippen for the second-most in franchise history.
Only Michael Jordan (28) has more 🤯 https://t.co/zVMVv5kzOb pic.twitter.com/17zfk1kuDe
— NBA (@NBA) March 2, 2026
Josh Giddey dropped his 8th triple-double of the season today vs. Milwaukee 🔥
🏀Career-high in triple-doubles in a season
🏀Tied Scottie Pippen for second-most in franchise history (15) pic.twitter.com/nM19pC5DV6— Bulls on CHSN (@CHSN_Bulls) March 1, 2026
Josh Giddey and the Bulls have returned to form in emphatic fashion with a 120 – 97 win over the Bucks, including a franchise record 27-0 run in the second half.
Giddey posted a career best 8th triple-double of the season, and in doing so ties Scottie Pippen for the 2nd most… pic.twitter.com/RDXoP9AxeI— NBA Australia (@NBA_AU) March 1, 2026
Josh Giddey dropped 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists to guide the Chicago Bulls to their first win in over a month.
It’s Giddey’s 8th triple-double of the season, which is third in the NBA. He also tied his career-high with 5 made three-pointers.pic.twitter.com/3lHPuu4ybP
— Olgun Uluc (@OlgunUluc) March 2, 2026
