History of Chicago Bulls in Timeline

The Chicago Bulls are a professional basketball team founded in 1966 and based in Chicago, competing in the NBA's Eastern Conference Central Division. They play their home games at the United Center. The Bulls are renowned for their dominance in the 1990s, during which they popularized the NBA globally. They achieved a dynasty, winning six NBA championships between 1991 and 1998 with two three-peats. Their championship teams were led by Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, and coach Phil Jackson, all Hall of Famers. Notably, the Bulls are the only NBA franchise to win multiple championships without ever losing an NBA Finals series.

1946: Chicago Stags

In 1946, the Chicago Stags existed.

1950: Chicago Stags

In 1950, the Chicago Stags existed.

1961: Chicago Packers/Zephyrs

In 1961, the Chicago Packers/Zephyrs existed.

1963: Chicago Packers/Zephyrs

In 1963, the Chicago Packers/Zephyrs existed.

January 16, 1966: Team Founding

On January 16, 1966, the Chicago Bulls were founded as an American professional basketball team.

1966: Expansion Draft

In 1966, after the NBA Expansion Draft, the Bulls acquired players from established teams.

1966: Logo Adoption

In 1966, the Chicago Bulls adopted their iconic logo, a red, charging bull's face, designed by Dean P. Wessel.

1967: Attendance drops

In the 1967-68 season, the Chicago Bulls attendance dropped significantly. One game even had an official attendance of 891 people.

1969: Red Uniforms City Name

For the 1969–70 season, the Chicago Bulls red uniforms were tweaked to include the city name.

1969: Introduction of Benny the Bull

In 1969, Benny the Bull, the main mascot of the Chicago Bulls, was first introduced. Benny is a red bull who wears number 1 and is one of the oldest and best-known mascots in professional sports.

1969: Klein Resigns

In 1969, Klein resigned as general manager of the Chicago Bulls and hired Pat Williams.

1970: Cavaliers Joined NBA

In 1970, the Cleveland Cavaliers joined the NBA as an expansion team, marking the beginning of the Bulls–Cavaliers rivalry.

1972: Franchise Record

In 1972, the Bulls set a franchise record of 57 wins.

1973: Uniform Redesign

For the 1973–74 season, the Chicago Bulls drastically changed their look, removing the side stripes and drop shadows while moving the front numbers to the left chest. The red uniforms saw a more significant makeover, featuring black lettering and a script "Chicago" wordmark.

1975: Conference Finals Appearance

In 1975, the Bulls made their first appearance in the conference finals but lost to the Golden State Warriors.

1975: Decline in Performance

In 1975, the Bulls' performance declined significantly after Williams left for Philadelphia, and Motta took on both coaching and general manager roles.

1976: Acquisition of Artis Gilmore

In 1976, Artis Gilmore was acquired in the ABA dispersal draft to the Chicago Bulls.

1979: NBA Draft Lottery Loss

In 1979, the Bulls lost a coin flip for the first pick in the NBA draft, missing the chance to select Magic Johnson and instead selecting David Greenwood.

1982: NCAA Championship Game

In 1982, Michael Jordan and Patrick Ewing's rivalry began when they met in the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship Game, with Jordan hitting the deciding jumper of the final.

1983: Theus traded to the Kings

In 1983, Reggie Theus was traded to the Kansas City Kings. Attendance began to dwindle.

1984: Draft Michael Jordan

In 1984, The Chicago Bulls drafted Michael Jordan. They decided to rebuild around Jordan.

1984: Michael Jordan Drafted

In 1984, the Chicago Bulls drafted Michael Jordan, which ignited the rivalry with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

1985: Celtics Post Best Home Record

In 1985, the Celtics posted the best home record in history (40-1).

1985: Acquisition of Paxson and Oakley

In 1985, the Chicago Bulls acquired John Paxson and Charles Oakley. Jordan recorded a playoff single-game record 63 points.

1985: Uniform Update

In 1985, the Chicago Bulls continued using the uniform designed in 1973 with a few tweaks in the lettering.

1986: Jordan Leads League in Scoring

In 1986, Michael Jordan led the league in scoring with 37.1 points per game and was named to the All-NBA First Team.

1987: Oakley Leads in Rebounds

In 1987, Charles Oakley led the league in total rebounds.

1987: Draft Selections

In 1987, the Chicago Bulls drafted Olden Polynice and Horace Grant, then traded Polynice for Scottie Pippen.

1988: Trade for Cartwright

In 1988, Charles Oakley was traded to the New York Knicks for Bill Cartwright.

1988: Jordan Named MVP

In 1988, Michael Jordan was named NBA Most Valuable Player.

1988: Eastern Conference Semifinals

In 1988, the Chicago Bulls, led by Michael Jordan, met the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, marking the beginning of an intense rivalry.

1989: Collins Replaced

In 1989, Doug Collins was replaced by assistant coach Phil Jackson as head coach of the Chicago Bulls.

1989: First Playoff Confrontation vs. Knicks

In 1989, the Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks had their first playoff confrontation in the Eastern Semifinals, with the Bulls winning in six games.

1989: Black Shoes Tradition Debut

In 1989, the Chicago Bulls began a tradition of wearing black footwear in the playoffs as a sign of unity.

1990: Ray Clay Replaces Tommy Edwards

In 1990, Ray Clay replaced Tommy Edwards as the announcer for the Chicago Bulls. Clay continued many of the traditional aspects of the Bulls introductions, including the music, "Sirius" by The Alan Parsons Project.

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1990: Franchise Record

In the 1990-91 season, the Chicago Bulls recorded a then-franchise record of 61 wins.

1991: Playoff Series vs. Knicks

In 1991, the Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks met in the playoffs, marking the beginning of a four-year consecutive playoff series between the two teams.

1991: Eastern Conference Finals Sweep

In 1991, the Chicago Bulls swept the Detroit Pistons in four games during the Eastern Conference Finals, marking a significant victory in their rivalry. The Pistons walked off the floor before the game ended.

1991: NBA Championship

In 1991, the Chicago Bulls won their first NBA Championship, beginning a major part in popularizing the NBA worldwide.

1991: Pistons-Bulls Rivalry

In 1991, the Pistons-Bulls rivalry ended.

1992: Second Straight Title

In 1992, the Bulls won their second straight title after racking up another franchise record for wins with 67.

1992: Playoff Series vs. Knicks

In 1992, the Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks faced off in a playoff series that went the full seven games.

1992: Training at the Berto Center

In 1992, the Chicago Bulls began training at the Berto Center, located in Deerfield, Illinois.

October 6, 1993: Michael Jordan Retirement

On October 6, 1993, Michael Jordan announced his retirement from basketball, three months after his father's murder.

1993: Bulls Acquire Steve Kerr

Before the 1993-94 season, the Bulls acquired Steve Kerr via free agency. He would go on to become a sharpshooter for the team.

1993: Playoff Series vs. Knicks

In 1993, the Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks met again in the playoffs, with the Bulls winning.

1993: Third Consecutive Championship

In 1993, the Chicago Bulls won their third consecutive championship by defeating the Phoenix Suns in the Finals, with Paxson's three-pointer with 3.9 seconds left giving them a 99–98 victory in Game 6 in Phoenix.

1994: Pippen Wins All-Star MVP

In 1994, Scottie Pippen won the All-Star MVP, and the Chicago Bulls lost to the Knicks in the second round of the playoffs.

1994: Bulls Roster Changes

In 1994, the Bulls experienced significant roster changes, including the departure of Grant, Cartwright, and Scott Williams to free agency, and Paxson's retirement. New additions included Ron Harper and Jud Buechler, along with Luc Longley acquired via trade. The Bulls also had Steve Kerr and Bill Wennington on the team.

1994: Playoff Series vs. Knicks

In 1994, the Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks faced off in a playoff series that went the full seven games, with the Knicks ultimately winning.

1994: NBA Draft Modification

The Bulls became the team with the lowest chance of winning to ever win the lottery since the NBA draft was modified for the 1994 NBA draft, and second-lowest ever. The Bulls won the 2008 NBA draft lottery, which gave them the rights to draft first overall.

March 18, 1995: Michael Jordan Returns

On March 18, 1995, Michael Jordan came out of retirement and rejoined the Chicago Bulls. In only his fifth game back, he scored 55 points against the Knicks, leading the Bulls to the fifth seed in the playoffs after a regular season struggle.

1995: Introduction of Da Bull

In 1995, Da Bull was introduced as another mascot for the Chicago Bulls. He was described as Benny's high-flying cousin, known for his dunking skills.

1995: Jordan's Shoe Violation

In 1995, during the playoffs against the Magic, Michael Jordan debuted his Air Jordan XI shoe, wearing the white colorway in Orlando. He was fined by the Bulls for not complying with their colorway policy.

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1995: Bulls Improve Record

In 1995, the Bulls posted one of the best single-season improvements in league history and the best single-season record at that time, moving from 47-35 to 72-10. Jordan won his eighth scoring title, and Rodman his fifth straight rebounding title, while Kerr finished second in the league in three-point shooting percentage.

1995: 72 Game Win Season

In 1995, the Chicago Bulls won 72 games, setting a new NBA record.

1995: Addition of Black Uniform

In the 1995–96 season, the Chicago Bulls added a black uniform to their set, featuring red pinstripes and lacking the classic diamond on the shorts.

1996: Black Socks with Black Shoes

For the 1996 playoffs, the Chicago Bulls became the first team to wear black socks with black shoes, similar to the University of Michigan's Fab Five, which started the trend in college earlier in the decade.

1996: Bulls Finish Season 69-13

In 1996, the Bulls missed out on a second consecutive 70-win season by losing their final two games to finish 69–13. They repeated their home dominance, going 39–2 at the United Center.

1996: Playoff Series vs. Knicks

In 1996, the Chicago Bulls and New York Knicks met again in the playoffs, with the Bulls winning after losing in 1994.

1997: Modified Black Uniforms

From the 1997–98 season, the Chicago Bulls wore slightly modified black uniforms without pinstripes.

1997: Bulls Season of Turmoil

In 1997, the NBA champion Bulls experienced a season of turmoil. Many speculated this would be Michael Jordan's final season with the team, and Phil Jackson's future with the team was also questionable. Scottie Pippen was also looking for a significant contract extension.

1998: Eastern Conference Finals Since 1998

In 1998, The Bulls clinched the first seed in the Eastern Conference, for the first time since 1998. They reached the Eastern Conference finals for the first time since 1998.

1998: Franchise Struggles

In 1998, the Bulls struggled to regain their former success.

1998: End of Bulls' Championship Era

In 1998, the Bulls' championship era came to an end. GM Jerry Krause opted to rebuild, trading Scottie Pippen, letting Dennis Rodman walk, and dealing other key players for draft picks. Michael Jordan also announced his second retirement.

1998: NBA Championship

In 1998, the Chicago Bulls won their sixth NBA Championship.

1998: First Series Victory

In 2006, the Bulls swept the defending champion Miami Heat, marking their first series victory since 1998.

1998: First Playoff Appearance

The Bulls made their first playoff appearance since 1998 after acquiring Ben Gordon, Luol Deng, and Chris Duhon while also signing Andrés Nocioni in 2004.

January 13, 1999: Michael Jordan's Second Retirement

On January 13, 1999, Michael Jordan retired for the second time.

1999: Return of City Name on Uniforms

From the 1999–2000 season, the modified black uniforms of the Chicago Bulls saw a return of the city name in front of the uniform.

1999: Bulls Draft Elton Brand

In 1999, the Bulls won the draft lottery and drafted Elton Brand.

2000: Return of City Name on Uniforms

From the 1999–2000 season, the modified black uniforms of the Chicago Bulls saw a return of the city name in front of the uniform.

2000: Bulls' Struggle Continues

In 2000, attempts to attract top free agents failed, and new additions like Brad Miller and Ron Mercer didn't improve results, leading to a league-worst 15-67 record the following season.

2002: Addition of Jay Williams

In 2002, optimism returned with the addition of Jay Williams and a young, talented core, but inconsistency limited progress to 30-52.

2003: Throwback Uniform Revival

During the 2003–04 season, the Chicago Bulls revived the 1973-1985 uniform set as a throwback uniform.

2003: Krause Retires, Paxson Becomes GM

In 2003, Jerry Krause retired, and John Paxson became GM.

2003: LeBron James Selected

In 2003, The Cleveland Cavaliers picked LeBron James with the first selection

2004: Continuation of Black Shoes Tradition

During the 2004-05 season, after a six-year hiatus, the Chicago Bulls continued the tradition of wearing black shoes in the playoffs.

2004: Bulls Acquire New Players

In 2004, John Paxson acquired Ben Gordon, Luol Deng, and Chris Duhon while also signing Andrés Nocioni. Despite beginning the season with nine consecutive losses, the team recovered to finish 47–35, making their first playoff appearance since 1998.

2004: Da Bull incident and retirement

In 2004, the man who portrayed Da Bull was arrested for possession and selling marijuana from his car, leading to Da Bull's retirement soon after the incident.

2005: Curry Traded to Knicks

During the 2005 offseason, Eddy Curry was traded to the New York Knicks due to heart condition concerns.

2005: Modified Black Uniforms

Until the 2005–06 season, the Chicago Bulls wore slightly modified black uniforms without pinstripes.

2006: Tommy Edwards Returns

In 2006, Tommy Edwards returned as the announcer for the Chicago Bulls after internal disputes led to the dismissal of Ray Clay.

2006: Bulls Trade for Tyrus Thomas and Thabo Sefolosha

In the 2006 NBA Draft, the Bulls traded for Tyrus Thomas and Thabo Sefolosha and signed veteran defensive player Ben Wallace. Tyson Chandler was traded to the Hornets.

2006: Change in Black Alternate Uniform

The 2006–07 season saw another change in the Chicago Bulls' black alternate uniform, now resembling the red and white uniform with the addition of a red diamond in the shorts.

2007: Eastern Conference Semifinals Renewal

In 2007, the Chicago Bulls and Detroit Pistons rivalry was renewed in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, featuring former Detroit cornerstone Ben Wallace playing against his former team. The Pistons won in 6 games.

2007: Offseason Trade Speculation

The 2007 offseason brought speculation of major trades involving players like Kevin Garnett, Pau Gasol, and Kobe Bryant, but none materialized.

June 26, 2008: Bulls Draft Derrick Rose

On June 26, 2008, the Bulls drafted Chicago native Derrick Rose from the University of Memphis as the number 1 draft pick, and Sonny Weems at number 39.

2008: Bulls Roster Transformations

Between 2004 and 2008, the Chicago Bulls underwent notable roster transformations and fluctuating on-court results in their efforts to rebuild as a competitive team.

2008: Derrick Rose Selected

In 2008, The Chicago Bulls picked Derrick Rose with the first selection.

February 2009: Bulls Strengthen Roster

In February 2009, the Bulls made multiple trades to strengthen the roster, including a deal with the Sacramento Kings for Brad Miller and John Salmons, and another with the Oklahoma City Thunder for a first-round pick.

2009: White Shoes and Socks

During the 2009 playoffs, the Chicago Bulls broke the black footwear tradition when all of their players wore white shoes and socks in Game 3 of the first round against the Boston Celtics.

2009: Bulls Trade Weems to Nuggets

In 2008, the Bulls drafted Sonny Weems at number 39. The Bulls later traded Weems to the Denver Nuggets for Denver's 2009 regular second-round draft pick.

2009: Bulls Draft James Johnson and Taj Gibson

In the 2009 NBA Draft, the Bulls selected James Johnson and Taj Gibson. They also lost Ben Gordon to the Detroit Pistons in free agency.

2009: Spanish Language Broadcast on WRTO

Since 2009, Univision Radio's WRTO (1200) has carried Spanish language game coverage of the Chicago Bulls, with Omar Ramos as play-by-play announcer and Matt Moreno as color analyst.

May 2010: Firing of Vinny Del Negro

In May 2010, the Bulls fired head coach Vinny Del Negro.

June 2010: Tom Thibodeau Hired as Head Coach and Player Acquisitions

In June 2010, Tom Thibodeau accepted a three-year contract to become the Bulls' head coach. The Bulls also verbally agreed to a five-year contract with Carlos Boozer, traded Kirk Hinrich, and signed Kyle Korver, Ömer Aşık, Ronnie Brewer, C.J. Watson, Kurt Thomas, Keith Bogans, and Brian Scalabrine.

2010: Promising Seasons

In 2010, the Bulls showed promise with Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah.

2011: Derrick Rose Wins MVP and Bulls Reach Eastern Conference Finals

In 2011, Derrick Rose won the NBA MVP Award, becoming the youngest player to do so. The Chicago Bulls finished the regular season with a league-best 62–20 record, securing the first seed in the Eastern Conference. They reached the Eastern Conference Finals but lost to the Miami Heat.

2011: Jimmy Butler Drafted and Derrick Rose Contract Extension

In 2011, The Bulls drafted Jimmy Butler with the 30th overall pick, they signed Rip Hamilton, and extended Derrick Rose’s contract for five years at $94.8 million.

2011: Successful Seasons

In 2011, the Bulls had back-to-back seasons above .732.

2011: Acquisition of Nikola Mirotić

In 2011, the Bulls made a draft-day trade that would eventually bring EuroLeague talent Nikola Mirotić to the team in 2014.

2011: Eastern Conference Finals

In 2011, the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat met in the Eastern Conference Finals, with the Heat winning in 5 games, marking a significant moment in their revived rivalry.

June 13, 2012: Announcement of practice facility relocation

On June 13, 2012, the Chicago Bulls announced that they would move their practice facility to a downtown location closer to the United Center.

2012: Rose's Injuries

In 2012, Rose missed the season, and the Bulls finished 45–37.

2012: Throwback Black Uniform Revival

In the 2012–13 season, the Chicago Bulls revived the initial black uniform as throwback uniforms.

March 27, 2013: End of Miami Heat Winning Streak

On March 27, 2013, the Chicago Bulls ended the Miami Heat's 27-game winning streak, marking a notable victory.

2013: Rose Sustains Another Injury and Deng Traded

In 2013, Derrick Rose sustained another injury, sidelining him. The Bulls traded Luol Deng to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

2013: Detroit Red Wings Move

In 2013, the Detroit Red Wings moved to the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference, ending the shared divisions between Chicago and Detroit in all four major North American sports.

September 12, 2014: Opening of the Advocate Center

On September 12, 2014, the Chicago Bulls officially opened their new training facility, the Advocate Center, a block east of the United Center. The Advocate Center is named after the Advocate Medical Group.

2014: Bulls Challenges Between 2011-2014

Between 2011 and 2014, the Chicago Bulls faced challenges, including injuries to star players. Despite these challenges, they tried to remain competitive.

2014: Bulls Draft and Free Agency Moves

During the 2014 offseason, the Bulls traded for Doug McDermott, added Cameron Bairstow, signed Pau Gasol, brought over Nikola Mirotić, and re-signed Kirk Hinrich.

2014: Uniforms Tweaked

For the 2014–15 season, the Chicago Bulls uniforms were tweaked a bit to include sleeves and a modernized diamond treatment in black with red and white borders.

2014: Acquisition of Michael Carter-Williams

In 2016, the Bulls acquired Michael Carter-Williams, the 2014 Rookie of the Year, in a trade with the Milwaukee Bucks.

2014: Optimism with Rose's Return and Gasol's Addition

The 2014–15 season brought renewed optimism to the Chicago Bulls with the return of Derrick Rose and the addition of Pau Gasol. The team was considered one of the top contenders in the Eastern Conference.

May 28, 2015: Tom Thibodeau Fired

On May 28, 2015, Tom Thibodeau was fired by the Bulls, who sought a change in approach.

October 2015: Broadcast on WLS

Beginning in October 2015, the Chicago Bulls' games were carried on Cumulus Media's WLS (890).

2015: Throwback Uniform Revival

During the 2015–16 season, the Chicago Bulls revived the 1973-1985 uniform set as a throwback uniform.

2015: Season Start and Playoff Elimination

In 2015, The Bulls started the season strong but struggled, eventually missing the playoffs for the first time in eight years.

2015: Warriors Break Record

In 2015, the Golden State Warriors won 73 games, breaking the Chicago Bulls' 1995 NBA record.

June 22, 2016: Derrick Rose Traded to the Knicks

On June 22, 2016, Derrick Rose, Justin Holiday, and a 2017 second-round pick were traded to the New York Knicks for Robin Lopez, Jerian Grant, and José Calderón.

2016: End of Ringling Bros. Contract

In 2016, Blackhawks chairman Rocky Wirtz let the contract lapse after the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus' run at the United Center.

February 2017: Gibson and McDermott Traded

In February 2017, Taj Gibson, Doug McDermott, and a second-round pick were traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Cameron Payne, Anthony Morrow, and Joffrey Lauvergne.

June 2017: Jimmy Butler Traded to Timberwolves

In June 2017, Jimmy Butler and a 2017 first-round pick were traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Zach LaVine, Kris Dunn, and Lauri Markkanen.

October 17, 2017: Portis and Mirotić Fight During Practice

On October 17, 2017, a fight broke out between Bobby Portis and Nikola Mirotić during practice, resulting in Portis's suspension and Mirotić's injury.

2017: Rose Trade Round 2

In 2016, Derrick Rose, Justin Holiday, and a 2017 second-round pick were traded to the New York Knicks for Robin Lopez, Jerian Grant, and José Calderón.

2017: Discontinuation of Circus

In 2017, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus was discontinued.

2017: Nullification of WLS broadcast deal

In 2017, the broadcast deal between the Chicago Bulls and Cumulus Media's WLS (890) was nullified due to Cumulus filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

2017: Nike Uniform Changes

In 2017, when Nike became the NBA's uniform provider, the Chicago Bulls kept much of the same look save for the truncated shoulder striping and the addition of the Chicago four stars on the waistline. The red "Icon" uniforms became their home uniforms, and the white "Association" uniforms became their away uniforms.

January 2018: End of WLS Broadcast Deal

In January 2018, the Chicago Bulls' broadcast deal with Cumulus Media's WLS (890) was nullified after Cumulus filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

February 3, 2018: Broadcast on WSCR

As of February 3, 2018, the Chicago Bulls' games are broadcast on Entercom's WSCR (670).

February 2018: Disney on Ice Contract

Effective February 2018, the two-week local run of Feld's Disney on Ice was condensed to a week-long period.

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February 2018: Mirotić Traded to Pelicans

In February 2018, Nikola Mirotić was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans for a first-round draft pick and Ömer Aşık, Tony Allen, and Jameer Nelson.

2018: Bulls Drafted Wendell Carter Jr. and Chandler Hutchison

In 2018, the Bulls drafted Wendell Carter Jr. and Chandler Hutchison, and re-signed Zach LaVine.

2018: End of WGN-TV Broadcasts

In 2018, the Chicago Bulls' broadcasts on WGN-TV ended following the 2018–19 season, due to an exclusive deal with NBC Sports Chicago.

January 2, 2019: Exclusive Deal with NBC Sports Chicago

On January 2, 2019, the Chicago Bulls (along with the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Blackhawks) agreed to an exclusive multi-year deal with NBC Sports Chicago, ending the team's broadcasts on WGN-TV following the 2018–19 season.

February 2019: Portis and Parker Traded for Porter

In February 2019, Bobby Portis, Jabari Parker, and a second-round pick were traded for Otto Porter.

2019: Draft and Signing of Veterans

In 2019, the Bulls selected Coby White and signed veterans Tomáš Satoranský and Thaddeus Young.

2019: Pinstripes Return

The 2019–20 season marked the return of pinstripes to the Chicago Bulls' "Statement" uniform, albeit in dark gray. In addition, the diamond treatment returned to red, piping was tweaked, and four six-point stars were featured on the beltline.

2020: Karnišovas and Donovan Hired

In 2020, Artūras Karnišovas became the Bulls' executive vice president, Marc Eversley was hired as general manager, Jim Boylen was fired, and Billy Donovan became head coach. The Bulls drafted Patrick Williams.

2020: Return to White Home Uniforms

In 2020, The Bulls continued to wear red "Icon" uniforms in home games until the 2020–21 season.

2020: Tim Sinclair Becomes Announcer

In 2020, Tim Sinclair replaced Tommy Edwards as the announcer for the Chicago Bulls.

2020: 2020-21 Season Results

In 2021, The Bulls finished the 2020-21 season with a 31-41 record, missing the playoffs for the fourth consecutive year.

March 2021: Vučević and Aminu Traded to Bulls

In March 2021, the Bulls traded for Nikola Vučević and Al-Farouq Aminu, sending Wendell Carter Jr, Otto Porter and draft picks to Orlando.

December 2021: DeRozan's Buzzer-Beaters and Playoff Elimination

In December 2021, DeMar DeRozan’s performance included back-to-back buzzer-beaters. The Bulls finished sixth in the Eastern Conference and were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Milwaukee Bucks.

2021: Return to White Home Uniforms

In 2021, the Chicago Bulls returned to wearing the white "Association" uniforms in home games starting in the 2021–22 season.

2021: Offseason Acquisitions: Ball, Caruso, and DeRozan

In the 2021 offseason, the Chicago Bulls selected Ayo Dosunmu, traded for Lonzo Ball, signed Alex Caruso, and acquired DeMar DeRozan from the San Antonio Spurs.

2022: LaVine Re-Signed and Play-In Tournament

In 2022, the Bulls re-signed LaVine and selected Dalen Terry in the draft. They finished 40–42 and made it to the play-in tournament, where they were eliminated by the Miami Heat.

2023: Departure from NBC Sports Chicago

At the end of the 2023–2024 season, the Chicago Bulls left NBC Sports Chicago.

2023: Draft, Re-Signings, and Play-In Elimination

In 2023, the Bulls traded for Julian Philips and re-signed Vucevic and Coby White. They finished with a 39–43 record and were eliminated by the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament.

2023: Eastern Conference Play-In Game

In 2023, the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat met in the Eastern Conference play-in game, with the Heat winning to advance to the playoffs. The game featured former Bull, Jimmy Butler on the Heat and former teammates DeMar DeRozan (Chicago) versus Kyle Lowry (Miami).

January 12, 2024: Introduction of the Ring of Honor

On January 12, 2024, the Chicago Bulls introduced the Ring of Honor, which honors former players and other personnel.

2024: Television Broadcasts by Chicago Sports Network

As of the 2024–2025 season, the Chicago Bulls' television broadcasts are televised by Chicago Sports Network, which broadcasts all of the games that are not televised nationally.

2024: Move to Chicago Sports Network

In 2024, the Chicago Bulls moved to the new Chicago Sports Network.

February 2, 2025: LaVine Traded to Sacramento Kings

On February 2, 2025, the Chicago Bulls traded Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings for Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter and their own 2025 first round pick from San Antonio Spurs.

February 3, 2025: Roster Update

On February 3, 2025, the Chicago Bulls roster was updated.

2025: Television Broadcasts by Chicago Sports Network

As of the 2024–2025 season, the Chicago Bulls' television broadcasts are televised by Chicago Sports Network, which broadcasts all of the games that are not televised nationally.