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Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose recently retired after 15 seasons in the NBA. Selected No. 1 overall by Chicago in the 2008 NBA draft, Rose quickly ascended to superstardom with the Bulls.

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Nike Drops Scottie Pippen's Retro Sneakers in Chicago Bulls Colors

The 2025 NBA Finals is underway, and Nike is celebrating the basketball festivities by bringing back one of its most iconic sneakers from the 1990s. This week, the Nike Air Max Uptempo '95 returned in a Chicago Bulls-inspired colorway.

NBA News / ChiCitySports / June 5

Chicago Bulls fans excited by Jerry Reinsdorf’s new ownership plans

The Chicago Bulls have made one playoff series since 2018, and have not made it past the first round of the playoffs since 2015, when they lost in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5

Chicago Bulls’ perfect outcome for No. 12 pick in 2025 NBA Draft

The Chicago Bulls were hoping for a hometown miracle at the NBA Draft Lottery that took place in the Windy City recently, but it didn’t happen. Coming into the night, the Bulls had just a 1.7% chance of landing the first overall pick.

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The 'Most points in Game 1 of an NBA Finals' quiz

An NBA player has scored at least 30 points in Game 1 of an NBA finals on 40 occasions since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Bulls News / Total Apex Sports / June 5

Report: Chicago Bulls Backcourt Break Up Possible

The Chicago Bulls ended the 2024-25 season unceremoniously, losing to the Miami Heat in the NBA Play-In Tournament 109-90 at home. The loss sent the Bulls into the offseason but opened the door to some questions surrounding the roster construction moving forward.

Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4

Bulls rumors: Insider reveals Chicago’s ‘competitive’ trade desires

Like the last few offseasons, the Chicago Bulls are expected to be a popular team when it comes to trades during the next few months. The Bulls finished up another disappointing season back in April that didn’t leave the door open for a top draft pick, so the team will likely try to change up its roster with trades this offseason.

Chicago Bulls News / ChiCitySports / June 4

Chicago Bulls are set to make one of their biggest assets available: Report

The Chicago Bulls didn’t have another great season. They finished the year tenth in the Eastern Conference standings with a record of 39-43 and competed in the play-in tournament for a third straight season.

Chicago Bulls News / Fadeaway World / June 4

Derrick Rose Reveals His All-Time Chicago Bulls Lineup With Powerful Selections

Derrick Rose, a Chicago native and one of the most beloved players in Bulls history, recently shared his personal all-time Chicago Bulls starting five

Chicago Bulls News / Yardbarker / June 4

Four steps Bulls must take this offseason to escape NBA purgatory

The Bulls find themselves in the worst possible spot in the NBA: not good enough to be a true contender but too good to land a prime draft slot. Here are four moves the team should make to break the cycle.

Firing Tom Thibodeau hasn't helped NBA teams

Prospect Profile: Assessing Kasparas Jakucionis’ Fit with the Bulls

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

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Chicago Bulls News / NBA Analysis Network / June 4

The NBA star who was drafted to the Chicago Bulls in 1987 and instantly traded for Scottie Pippen

The catalyst for Scottie Pippen joining the Chicago Bulls believes he would have had similar success. Michael Jordan was an incredible player in his first few years with the Chicago Bulls.

Lonzo Ball News / Hardwood Heroics / June 4

NBA Trade Rumors: Lonzo Ball To Be Shopped By Chicago Bulls

The Chicago Bulls are reportedly looking to reshape their backcourt, and that starts with making Lonzo Ball available on the trade market. After missing two full seasons due to injury, the 6-foot-6 point guard made his long-awaited return during the 2024-25 NBA season.

Tom Thibodeau News / Yardbarker / June 4

Firing Tom Thibodeau hasn't helped NBA teams

The Knicks may think they can do better at head coach than with Thibs, and maybe they can. But history tells us they probably won't.

Knicks stun NBA world by firing HC Tom Thibodeau

Kevin Love, LeBron James troll Knicks over Tom Thibodeau firing

Four intriguing head-coaching options for the Knicks after Tom Thibodeau's shocking firing

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

The 'Most points in a game for each NBA team in 2024-25' quiz

Josh Giddey News / ChiCitySports / June 3

Chicago Bulls now hold leverage over Josh Giddey in contract talks

As the NBA heads closer to the offseason, the Chicago Bulls have a lot of roster questions to address. Not the least of which concerns Josh Giddey. The Australian star averaged 14.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game in the 2024-2025 season and is set to become a restricted free agent this summer.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 3

New Report On Josh Giddey, Coby White's Future With Chicago Bulls

The Chicago Bulls have been stuck in relative stalemate throughout the first half of the decade, finishing between ninth and 11th in the Eastern Conference in five of the last six seasons dating back to 2019-20.

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Chicago Bulls News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3

Derrick Rose’s GOAT is Michael Jordan’s biggest rival

Derrick Rose is from Chicago, and the Chicago Bulls drafted him with the #1 overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft. The GOAT debate in the NBA is primarily between LeBron James and Michael Jordan, so because of Rose’s ties to the Windy City, one would imagine that his GOAT is Jordan, who won six NBA championships with the Bulls.

Chicago Bulls News / Fadeaway World / June 3

Derrick Rose Selects Isiah Thomas As The GOAT: 'I Used To Say MJ...'

Derrick Rose may have angered some Chicago Bulls fans by revealing that he considers Isiah Thomas to be the GOAT. During an interview with HoopsHype, Rose revealed that he used to consider Bulls icon Michael Jordan as the greatest ever, but has now switched to Thomas.

Chicago Bulls News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 3

Derrick Rose Makes Heartbreaking Statement on NBA Career Injuries

Bulls guard Derrick Rose may have never won an NBA championship, but he remains one of the most beloved figures in Chicago sports history. Unfortunately, Rose's career was filled with injuries, none worse than the ACL tear he suffered in Game 1 of the 2012 playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Chicago Bulls News / Fastbreak on SI / June 3

Bulls Legend Derrick Rose Reveals His Greatest NBA Player Of All Time

Derrick Rose was once among the most exicting players in the NBA when he was with the Chicago Bulls. The 2011 MVP recently answered questions at 2025 adidas Eurocamp (h/t Cyro Asseo de Choch of HoopsHype).

Chicago Bulls News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Derrick Rose Drops Surprising GOAT Take And Picks Chicago Legend

Former Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose retired from the NBA before the 2024-25 season. The 2011 MVP appeared in 723 NBA games with the Bulls, New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons and Memphis Grizzlies. Rose became the youngest MVP in NBA history during the 2010-11 season with his hometown Bulls.

Chicago Bulls News / Last Word On Sports / June 2

Prospect Profile: Assessing Kasparas Jakucionis’ Fit with the Bulls

The Chicago Bulls are on the clock in less than a month, and no prospect is off limits for the 12th pick. Entering their latest rebuild, the front office will likely take the “best player available” approach on draft night regardless of positional fit.

Lonzo Ball News / Chicago Bulls on SI / June 2

Lonzo Ball Announces Injury Update After Missing 22 Straight Games

The Chicago Bulls were one of the top stories of the second half of the NBA season, going 17-10 after the All-Star break and seeing stellar play from several players on their roster.

Luka Doncic News / Fadeaway World / May 30

Chicago Bulls Would Have Offered Anything In Exchange For Luka Doncic

The effects of the Luka Doncic trade are still being felt today, months after the initial deal. To the shock of everyone at the time, they did not entertain a bidding war for their franchise player and only sent him to the Lakers after weeks of secret negotiations.

Chicago Bulls News / On Tap Sports Net / May 30