Josh Giddey improves defensively, impresses against Lakers

Josh Giddey, a young basketball player, has shown significant improvement in his defense. Last year, during a playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks, he struggled against stars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Giddey felt they were targeting him, which resulted in him losing his starting position for the last two games. Later, he was traded to the Chicago Bulls, which marked a significant moment in his career. Now playing for the Bulls, Giddey faced Doncic again in a recent game. He acknowledged that the situation had changed—this time, he was tasked with guarding Doncic. Coach Billy Donovan believed in Giddey's defensive abilities and gave him the challenge. Despite Doncic scoring well in the first half, Giddey played smart defense, leading to multiple turnovers from Doncic and helping his team gain an advantage. Giddey made an impact with his steals, frustrating Doncic enough that he even received a technical foul after elbowing Giddey. Giddey enjoyed the competitive matchup and is focused on improving his defense further. He noted that his prior experiences, including the playoff series, have made him a better defender. He believes that a lot of defense comes down to effort, and he is determined to keep working on that side of his game.