Bulls Blow Out Grizzlies 132-107 as Giddey Notches 4th Triple-Double

Josh Giddey records his fourth triple-double in the last five games as the Chicago Bulls cruise past the depleted Memphis Grizzlies.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 3:21am

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Josh Giddey recorded his fourth triple-double in the last five games, tallying 16 points, 15 rebounds, and 13 assists as the Chicago Bulls blew out the Memphis Grizzlies 132-107. Matas Buzelis led the Bulls with 29 points, including five 3-pointers. The Grizzlies, who have been without star Ja Morant for nearly two months, were also missing several key players due to injury and suffered their eighth straight loss.

Why it matters

Giddey's impressive triple-double performance highlights his continued growth as a young star in the NBA, while the Bulls' blowout win over the struggling Grizzlies could provide a much-needed boost as they fight to stay in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

The details

Giddey, the fifth-year guard, is now third in the NBA with 12 triple-doubles this season, trailing only Nikola Jokic and Jalen Johnson. Buzelis, the Bulls' second-year forward, has had three of the four highest-scoring games of his career in the last three weeks. The Grizzlies, who have been without star Ja Morant for nearly two months, were also missing starters Ty Jerome and G.G. Jackson due to injury.

  • The game was played on Monday, March 17, 2026.

The players

Josh Giddey

A fifth-year guard for the Chicago Bulls who recorded his fourth triple-double in the last five games, tallying 16 points, 15 rebounds, and 13 assists.

Matas Buzelis

A second-year forward for the Chicago Bulls who led the team with 29 points, including five 3-pointers.

Cedric Coward

A player for the Memphis Grizzlies who led the team with 17 points on 7-for-13 shooting.

Ja Morant

The star player for the Memphis Grizzlies who has not played for nearly two months.

Ty Jerome

A starter for the Memphis Grizzlies who missed the game due to a bruised shoulder.

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What’s next

The Bulls will host the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday, while the Grizzlies will host the Denver Nuggets on the same day.

The takeaway

Giddey's continued triple-double performances and the Bulls' blowout win over the struggling Grizzlies could provide a much-needed boost for Chicago as they fight to stay in the Eastern Conference playoff race, while the Grizzlies' injury woes have contributed to their recent skid.