Giddey notched 19 points (8-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal over 33 minutes during Saturday's 122-117 loss to the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

One of the most versatile players in The Association when it comes to filling out the stat sheet, Giddey has two double-doubles in an equal number of appearances while also posting solid passing and defensive numbers. He's not going to lead the Thunder in scoring on most nights, but he delivers solid value in most formats due to his stat-filling ability.

Giddey logged 14 points (6-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt), 11 rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 115-108 loss to Minnesota.

EDGE Analysis

Giddey needed 14 shots to score just 14 points and wasn't very efficient from three-point range, but those shooting woes are usually expected with him. As he showed in different moments throughout last season, Giddey's value will rely more on his ability to stuff the box score rather than just being a pure scoring threat. He averaged 12.5 points, 7.8 rebounds and 6.4 assists per contest in 2021-22.

The Thunder picked up Giddey's third-year option for the 2023-24 season Saturday, Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Giddey had an impressive rookie season, averaging 12.5 points, 7.8 rebounds. 6.4 assists and 0.9 steals in 31.5 minutes across 54 games in 2021-22. After shooting 8-of-15 from three-point range this preseason, there is optimism that Giddey has improved upon his biggest weakness from last season.

Giddey finished with 18 points (7-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, six assists and two steals in Thursday's win over the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

Giddey put together another strong all-around effort in the preseason finale, placing second on the team in points and rebounds while tying for first in assists. Just as promisingly, he shot an efficient 7-for-13 from the field to wrap up a strong exhibition slate during which he posted a 52.8 percent field-goal rate that included an 8-for-15 mark from three-point range. Giddey is already going in rounds 4-6 in many fantasy drafts due to his all-around skill set, and he could outperform his ADP if he's able to improve upon his 41.9 percent mark from the field as a rookie last season.

Giddey (rest) will start Tuesday's game against the Pistons, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Giddey took a seat for Sunday's contest to get a breather but is back in action Tuesday alongside Tre Mann in the backcourt. He should slot in as a regular in the starting lineup again in 2022-23, looking to build off of an impressive rookie campaign.

Giddey (rest) won't play in the Thunder's exhibition game Sunday against Ra'anana Maccabi, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Thunder will hold out several regulars Sunday, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (knee), Tre Mann, Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Darius Bazley. Expect Giddey to return to availability for at least one of the Thunder's three remaining preseason contests before Opening Night on Oct. 18. In Wednesday's preseason loss to Dallas, the second-year guard finished with 13 points, three assists, two boards and three steals in 17 minutes.

Giddey tallied 13 points (6-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three assists, two rebounds and three steals over 17 minutes in a preseason loss to Dallas on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Giddey didn't approach the numbers that resulted in him falling one assist shy of a triple-double in OKC's preseason opener, but he still led the team in scoring and steals and tied for the lead in assists Wednesday. He's shot well from the field so far in the preseason, making 12 of 21 shots after shooting just 41.9 percent as a rookie last season. Given his ability to contribute as a rebounder and distributor, Giddey's fantasy stock could shoot through the roof if he's able to raise his scoring and shooting marks in his sophomore campaign.

Giddey registered 14 points (6-11 FG, 2-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, nine assists, two steals and one block over 25 minutes in an exhibition 112-101 win against the Nuggets on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Giddey was outstanding in Denver's preseason opener, finishing third on the team with 14 points and leading all players with 12 boards and nine dimes. The performance was a reminder of the all-around skill set Giddey desplayed as a rookie last season, when he tallied four triple-doubles and averaged 12.5 points, 7.8 rebounds and 6.4 assists across 54 contests. Giddey's scoring and shooting may be a question mark, but his ability to put up numbers across the board make him a popular selection in the middle rounds of fantasy drafts this season.

Giddey indicated that his "body's feeling good, ready to go" following a hip injury that caused the second-year guard to miss the last month and a half of the 2021-22 season, news.com.au reports.

EDGE Analysis

Giddey's recovery process has taken another positive step, having previously participated in five games of Summer League with a stat line of 12.8 points, 8.8 assists and 6.2 rebounds before being shut down. The 19-year-old is expected to enter the season at full health and should maintain his status as the Thunder's second offensive option behind Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, considering Chet Holmgren (foot) has been ruled out for the season. With 54 games under his belt, look for Giddey to build upon an impressive rookie season and establish himself as a critical piece of a rebuilding Oklahoma City roster.

Giddey (not injury related) won't play in Oklahoma City's remaining Summer League games, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.

EDGE Analysis

Giddey suffered a hip injury in February that caused him to miss the remainder of the 2021-22 season, but he was able to return to the court for Summer League where he's performed well in the five games he's appeared in. The 19-year-old averaged 12.8 points, 8.8 assists and 6.2 rebounds per contest this summer prior to being shut down, and he even recorded a triple-double against the Grizzlies on July 6. There's plenty to be optimistic about as the young guard enters his second year in the league.