Career Timeline of Josh Giddey: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Josh Giddey, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Josh Giddey is an Australian professional basketball player currently playing for the Chicago Bulls in the NBA. Drafted sixth overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2021, Giddey quickly made a name for himself. Notably, he holds the record for being the youngest player in NBA history to achieve a triple-double. He also distinguished himself by becoming the first rookie since Oscar Robertson in 1961 to record three consecutive triple-doubles. He was traded to the Bulls for Alex Caruso in 2024.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

April 2019: Australian Under-18 Championship Victory

In April 2019, Josh Giddey led VIC Metro to a title at the Australian Under-18 Championships, averaging 20 points, 8.3 rebounds, and six assists per game.

February 2020: Australia National Team Debut

On February 23, 2020, Josh Giddey debuted for the Australia national basketball team during 2021 FIBA Asia Cup qualification, recording 11 points, six assists, and three rebounds in a win against Hong Kong. He became the youngest player to play for the senior team since Ben Simmons in 2013.

March 2020: Signs with Adelaide 36ers

On March 12, 2020, Josh Giddey signed with the Adelaide 36ers of the National Basketball League (NBL) as part of the league's Next Stars program.

2020: Tokyo Olympics Emergency Player

In 2020, Josh Giddey was selected as one of three emergency players for the Australian basketball team for the Tokyo Olympics after being one of the final cuts from the roster.