Josh Giddey's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Josh Giddey. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

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 by becoming the youngest player in NBA history to achieve a triple-double. His exceptional passing ability and court vision led him to become the first rookie since Oscar Robertson to record three consecutive triple-doubles. He was traded to the Chicago Bulls in 2024.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1961: Oscar Robertson's triple-doubles

In 1961, Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson recorded consecutive triple-doubles, a feat that Josh Giddey later replicated as a rookie in his NBA career.

1994: Reference to last Quadruple Double

December 2024, it was mentioned that the last quadruple-double in basketball was achieved in 1994, referencing the rarity of such an event.

2013: Reference to Ben Simmons' Debut

In February 2020, Giddey became the youngest player to play for the senior team since Ben Simmons in 2013

April 2019: Australian Under-18 Championships

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

2019: FIBA Under-17 Oceania Championship

In 2019, Josh Giddey represented Australia at the FIBA Under-17 Oceania Championship, leading his team to a gold medal and earning a spot on the All-Star Five.

January 2020: Torneo Junior Ciutat de L'Hospitalet MVP

In January 2020, Josh Giddey earned the MVP honors at the Torneo Junior Ciutat de L'Hospitalet in Barcelona, helping the NBA Global Academy win the tournament.

April 2021: Youngest Australian with NBL Triple-Double

On April 26, 2021, Josh Giddey became the youngest Australian in NBL history to record a triple-double, achieving 12 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in a game against the New Zealand Breakers.

December 2021: NBA Western Conference Rookie of the Month

In December 2021, Josh Giddey was named the NBA Western Conference Rookie of the Month for games played in December, recognizing his outstanding performance as a rookie.

January 2022: Youngest NBA player with triple-double

On January 2, 2022, Josh Giddey became the youngest player ever to record a triple-double in the NBA, achieving this milestone with 17 points, 14 assists, and 13 rebounds in a game against the Dallas Mavericks.

January 2023: Joins elite company in NBA history

On January 10, 2023, Josh Giddey reached 1,000 points, 700 rebounds, and 500 assists in his first 100 career games, joining Luka Dončić, Ben Simmons, and Grant Hill in NBA history.

2023: FIBA World Cup Rising Star

In 2023, Josh Giddey represented Australia in the FIBA World Cup, averaging 19.4 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and was recognized as the FIBA Basketball World Cup Rising Star.

January 2024: Triple-double with perfect field-goal accuracy

On January 11, 2024, Josh Giddey achieved a triple-double with 13 points, 10 rebounds, and 12 assists in just 22 minutes against the Portland Trail Blazers, becoming the first NBA player to do so with 100% field-goal accuracy in under 25 minutes.

December 2024: Triple-Double Performance

In December 2024, Josh Giddey achieved multiple triple-doubles, including a performance on December 2nd with 20 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists against the Brooklyn Nets, and another on December 28th with 23 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists against the Milwaukee Bucks.