Giddey stars as Bulls continue perfect start

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The Chicago Bulls sit atop of the Eastern Conference standings at 4-0 after another stellar team performance, beating Sacramento 126-113 to start their season with a perfect record.

Josh Giddey was instrumental in the win with 20 points, 12 assists, and eight rebounds and led the game in plus-minus with a +24.

Across the Association, Dyson Daniels helped Atlanta to a win over Brooklyn, as superstar point guard Trae Young went down with a knee injury. Tyrese Proctor's Cleveland Cavaliers were upset on the road by Boston, 125-105 at the TD Garden.

NBA Box Score: Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers

Tyese Proctor's baptism of fire as a rookie in the NBA continued, scoring two points in nine minutes. The Sydney-born guard who had some breakout moments in the pre-season has quickly seen playing time in the Cavaliers' backcourt be taken up by Lonzo Ball and Craig Porter Jr.

Luke Travers took to the court in garbage time, playing three minutes as the game was already decided.

NBA Box Score: Brooklyn Nets vs Atlanta Hawks

Dyson Daniels had his best game of the young NBA season with seven points, six assists, four rebounds, and three steals in 35 minutes. The guard saw increased minutes as teammate Trae Young was injured in the first half, with Nickeil Alexander-Walker promoted to the starting point guard position in the second half. The Hawks, who had high expectations on them coming into the season, now have a record of 2-3.

NBA Box Score: Chicago Bulls vs Sacramento Kings

Josh Giddey was everywhere for the Chicago Bulls as he beat former teammate Zach LaVine and the Sacramento Kings. A standout performance from the Victorian saw him register 20 points, 12 assists, and eight rebounds, was complimented by rising star Matas Buzelis, who had 27 points on an efficient 11-from-18 shooting from the field.

Giddey, after four games, is averaging 19.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 7.8 assists per game while shooting 42.9% from three-point range, as the Bulls sit atop the Eastern standings and are yet to lose a game.

NBA Box Score: Dallas Mavericks vs Indiana Pacers

Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum did not play due to a right knee injury and is not expected to return before November 1. Pacers guard Johnny Furphy is just one of many an extended injury list for the Indiana Pacers, he was unavailable due to a foot injury and is not expected to return before the weekend.

NBA Box Score: Utah Jazz vs Portland Trail Blazers

Duop Reath took to the court in meaningful minutes for the first time this season for the Portland Trail Blazers, and he took advantage. Reath was deadly from three-point-range, hitting 3-from-6 from deep to score 9 points in 12 minutes. Teammate Matisse Thybulle saw limited playing time due to a thumb injury he sustained during the game, registering 3 points, 2 steals, and an assist in five minutes during a thrilling 136-134 win for Portland.

NBA Box Score: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers

Austin Reaves hit the buzzer-beater for the injury-riddled Los Angles Lakers, who were without Luka Doncic and LeBron James, to claim a 116-115 victory in a wild finish over the Timberwolves.

Australian Minnesota Timberwolves veteran Joe Ingles was a DNP-coach's decision. Australian centre Rocco Zikarsky is still not on the Wolves' roster, due to being assigned to the G-League for the Iowa Wolves.

NBA Box Score: Phoenix Suns vs Memphis Grizzlies

Jock Landale started at centre and was efficient, having 6 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assist in 24 minutes in Memphis' 114-113 win over Phoenix.