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“My Hero”: Nets Head Coach Steve Nash Reveals He Grew Up Idolizing Michael Jordan

Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash recently spoke about his childhood hero, Michael Jordan and how he grew up idolizing him.
Michael Jordan during his retirement press conference in January 1999

Lakers’ Anthony Davis Details Why He Sticks to Wearing Kobe’s Over Anything Else

Lakers' Anthony Davis talks about wearing Kobe 5's during his playoff run and how he wanted it to represent MJ and Kobe Bryant.
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Why Did Michael Jordan Come Out of Retirement to Join the Washington Wizards?

Michael Jordan came out of his retirement to play for the Washington Wizards and shocked the world. But why did he make such a decision?
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ON THIS DAY: A Certain Michael Jordan Made His Debut and Changed NBA Forever

On Octobert 26, 1984, 21-year-old Michael Jordan made his debut for the Chicago Bulls against the Washington Bullets in a 109-93 win.
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“Coach How MJ Wanted to Coach”- Former Wizards Player Details Why Michael Jordan Failed with the Team

Why did Michael Jordan fail with the Washington Wizards? Larry Hughes opens up about Jordan's stint with the Wizards in detail.
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“Damn Ronnie”: Chicago Bulls Star Furious with NBA 2K21 Ratings

The Chicago Bulls' rising star Zach LaVine clearly disliked his NBA 2K21 ratings as he shared his disappointment on Twitter.

UFC Lightweight Champion Brings Back the Memories of 1996 Michael Jordan Victory

Khabib Nurmagomedov's UFC 254 victory & the events leading to that had striking similarities with Michael Jordan and his 1996 NBA title win.
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“Far More Superior”: Former Rockets Legend Casts His Straightforward Vote in LeBron James vs Michael Jordan Debate

Former Houston Rockets legendary center player Hakeem Olajuwon casts his important vote in Michael Jordan vs LeBron James GOAT debate.
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“Part of it is Just Luck”- NBA Analyst Takes a Shot at LeBron James Over the NBA Goat Debate Alongside Michael Jordan

After Damian Lillard expressed that he wanted durability from LeBron James. Analyst Skip Bayless dismissed LBJ as a GOAT contender.
NBA: Finals-Los Angeles Lakers at Miami Heat

“I Didn’t Expect”: Chris Bosh Opens Up on His and Lebron James’ Possible Move to Chicago Bulls

Two-time NBA champion Chris Bosh revealed that the Bulls had an attractive offer for both him and LeBron James back in the 2010 Free Agency,

“No Patience”: Michael Jordan Reveals Why He Never Became a Coach

Michael Jordan gave his entire life to the sport of Basketball, more specifically to the NBA. But, why didn't he ever become a head coach?
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“Being His Teammate was Hard”- Steve Kerr Opens Up on Playing With Michael Jordan at Chicago Bulls

Michael Jordan and Steve Kerr have won 3 championships together with Chicago Bulls. But being Jordan's teammate was not easy.
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About Chicago Bulls

Chicago Bulls 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report

The Chicago Bulls basketball team is owned by Jerry Reinsdorf and plays in the Eastern Conference of the NBA. They were founded in 1966 and their base is at the United Center. The Chicago Bulls share this stadium with the NHL side, Chicago Blackhawks.

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The franchise attained superstardom in the 90s, where they won six NBA titles. There were two three-peats when Michael Jordan was part of the team in this decade. 

The Chicago Bulls and Detroit Pistons had a memorable rivalry in the late 80s and early 90s. The teams faced each other in three consecutive conference finals between 1989-1991. On each occasion, the winner of this clash claimed the NBA title. 

In 1992, the Chicago Bulls set a franchise record of 67 wins. Three years later, in Michael Jordan's first full season after the short-lived baseball career, the Chicago Bulls became the first team to record 70 regular-season wins. That year, they also became the first team to have 3 players on the NBA All-Defensive First Team. 

Read More: Was Michael Jordan Forced Retire in 1993 Due to His Gambling Addiction? A Look Back at the Conspiracy Theories

After Jordan's second retirement, the Chicago Bulls struggled and did not feature in the playoffs until 2005. After another lean year, they made the playoffs on 8 consecutive occasions from 2007 to 2015. 

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Two players have won the NBA MVP Award in Chicago Bulls colors. They are Michael Jordan (1988, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1998) and Derrick Rose (2011) who, at 22, was the youngest recipient of the award. Currently, the side is experiencing its best outing in many years, sitting inside the top-2 of the Eastern Conference.

Read More: The Significance of the Famous Number 23 Behind the Jersey of Michael Jordan

 Achievements and History

Founded1966
ConferenceEastern
Division Central
PresidentMichael Reinsdorf
General Manager Marc Eversley 
Head Coach Billy Donovan
Arena United Center
Championships (6)(1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998)
Conference Titles (6)(1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998)
Division Titles (9)(1975, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2011, 2012)
Websitewww.nba.com/bulls

Chicago Bulls 2022 Roster

11DeMar DeRozanPF6-6220August 7, 1989
7Troy Brown Jr.SF6-6215July 28, 1999
2Lonzo BallPG6-6190October 27, 1997
6Alex CarusoSG6-4186February 28, 1994
12Ayo DosunmuSG6-5200January 17, 2000
13Tony BradleyC6-10248January 8, 1998
5Derrick Jones Jr.PF6-5210February 15, 1997
8Zach LaVineSG6-5200March 10, 1995
24Javonte GreenSF6-4205July 23, 1993
28Alfonzo McKinnieSF6-7215September 17, 1992
25Tyler CookPF6-8255September 23, 1997
19Marko SimonovicC6-11216October 15, 1999
14Malcolm HillSF6-622October 26, 1995
44Patrick WilliamsPF6-7215August 26, 2001
0Coby WhitePG6-5195February 16, 2000
9Nikola VucevicC6-10260October 24, 1990
21Matt ThomasSG6-4190August 4, 1994