Giddey Achieves Career-High 32 Points as Bulls Maintain Winning Streak
On November 1, 2025, seven Australians took to the NBA Cup courts, showcasing their talents in various games. Leading the charge was Josh Giddey, who recorded a career-high 32 points for the Chicago Bulls.
Strong Performances from Australian Players
Dyson Daniels stood out with a season-best 18 points during the game against the Indiana Pacers. Daniels played the first 13 minutes with intensity, scoring 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting, along with three rebounds, one assist, and two steals. At that point, the Atlanta Hawks were narrowly leading 41-39 with 8:08 remaining in the second quarter.
Australian Josh Giddey #3 of the Chicago Bulls dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on November 1, 2025 (AEDT) at United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Photo: Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images
The Hawks secured a solid 128-108 victory over the struggling Pacers, who remain winless at 0-5. Daniels, aged 22, finished with 18 points, nine rebounds, six assists, and three steals. He shot 8-for-13 from the field and was perfect from the free-throw line (2-for-2), making his on-court impact clear with a +13 plus-minus rating.
While Daniels has shown some early offensive struggles this season, his exceptional defense continues to rank him among the NBA's best perimeter defenders. He is also adapting to integrating Kristaps Porziņģis into the Hawks’ system.
Additional Australian Participation
Second-year Australian wing Johnny Furphy did not play in the game for the Indiana Pacers.
Summary
Josh Giddey's 32-point career-best performance helped lead the Bulls to continued success, while Dyson Daniels demonstrated his defensive prowess and offensive growth despite some early-season adjustments.
Author's note: Australian players are making significant impacts in the NBA Cup, blending strong defence with developing offensive skills to elevate their teams.
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