Chicago Bulls Final Appearances

Chicago Bulls was the third franchise which was established in the city of Chicago, others being the Chicago Stags and the Chicago Packers. The Bulls turned out to be the most successful franchise for the city of Chicago and a savior for the NBA. They are the only team to three-peat twice in the NBA.

The Bulls had some good early success, making the playoffs nine times in 11 years. Their first playoff series victory came in the seventh attempt, defeating the Detroit Pistons in seven games. They struggled after 1975, making the playoffs twice in eight attempts. In the 1984 NBA Draft, fate of the franchise and the NBA changed when Michael Jordan was drafted by the Bulls.

The Bulls never missed the playoffs from 1985 to 1998, with their scouting and drafting being the main catalyst. They traded for Scottie Pippen in 1987, Horace Grant in 1987, Toni Kukoc in 1990, and B.J. Armstrong in 1989. The addition of Phil Jackson as the head coach in 1989 turned out to be the missing piece needed. Later in the early 1990s, acquisitions of John Paxson and Bill Cartwright added depth and experience to the roster.

The Bulls signed Dennis Rodman in 1995, adding an elite rebounder and defender to their roster. He later formed a trio with Jordan and Pippen to lead the Bulls to their second three-peat.

How many championships have the Chicago Bulls won?

The Chicago Bulls have won six NBA championships. They won their maiden title back in 1991, and their last title in 1998. The Chicago Bulls dominated the 1990s, winning six titles.

Chicago Bulls Finals Appearance History

The Chicago Bulls have been to six NBA Finals. They have remained undefeated in the NBA Finals. Michael Jordan has won six Finals MVPs for the Bulls, most in NBA history.

In an historic three year span from 1991 to 1993, the Chicago Bulls, led by Michael Jordan, secured three consecutive NBA championships. They defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in 1991, the Portland Trail Blazers in 1992, and the Phoenix Suns in 1993.

From 1996 to 1998, the Chicago Bulls clinched three NBA championships consecutively. They overpowered the Seattle SuperSonics in 1996, triumphed over the Utah Jazz in 1997 and 1998, sealing their status as basketball legends.

What teams did the Chicago Bulls lose the Championship Finals against?

The Chicago Bulls have lost zero NBA Finals. They have a 6-0 record in the Finals, and a 68% win percentage, second best in the NBA Finals. They have won five NBA Finals with a score of 4-2, and one with 4-1. The Bulls have never played a game 7 in the NBA Finals.

Chicago Bulls Last Finals Appearance

The Chicago Bulls last Finals appearance was in 1998. They defeated the Utah Jazz in six games to clinch their sixth NBA championship and complete their second three-peat.

In game one, the Jazz won 88-85. The game was tightly contested from start to finish. Karl Malone's dominant performance and John Stockton's playmaking were pivotal in securing victory for the Jazz.

In game two, Michael Jordan's 37-point explosion, combined with Scottie Pippen's versatility, secured the Bulls' 93-88 victory over the Jazz.

In game three, the Bulls defense held the Jazz to just 54 points. This was a record for the fewest points scored in an NBA Finals game. They won 96-54 and took a 2-1 series lead.

In game four, the Bulls emerged victorious with a 86-82 win. Michael Jordan scored 34 points with some key defensive stops down the stretch. Dennis Rodman's lockdown defense on Karl Malone was crucial in securing the victory.

In game five, the Jazz won 83-81 in another close contest. Karl Malone’s dominant performance of 39 points helped the Jazz close the gap to the Bulls.

In game six, the most iconic game of the series, the Bulls secured the championship with a 87-86 victory. Jordan's game winning shot with 5.2 seconds remaining sealed their sixth NBA title in eight years.