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Josh Giddey’s triple‑double powers Bulls to dominant win over Cavaliers

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December 18, 2025

Dec 17, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey (3) shoots against Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

The Chicago Bulls started the season off strong, but have since fallen off the map. Following Wednesday’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago hopes this marks a turning point in their season.

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The Bulls dominated the Cavaliers, winning 127-111, while holding a 19-point lead at one point during the fourth quarter. Chicago was led by Josh Giddey’s 23-point, 11-rebound and 11-assist triple-double.

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Josh Giddey tonight:

23 PTS
11 REB
11 AST
5 3PM
2 STL

His SIXTH triple-double of the year 🔥 (via @realapp) pic.twitter.com/orM2nBuOJc

— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) December 18, 2025

The Cavaliers saw Donovan Mitchell go off for 32 points, but on this night, it didn’t matter. Chicago improves to 11-15 while Cleveland drops to 15-13 on the season.

About the Author Published Dec 18, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1