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Season
2025
Game date
2026-03-28T23:00:00.000000Z
Start time
2026-03-28T23:00:00.000000Z
Home team id
15
Visitor team id
5
Home score
125
Visitor score
124
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  1. 28
  2. 28
  3. 42
  4. 27
Visitor linescore
  1. 30
  2. 28
  3. 30
  4. 36
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Status long
Finished
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Current period
4
Halftime
No
Arena
FedExForum
Arena city
Memphis
Arena state
TN
Stage
2
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Name
Memphis Grizzlies
Nickname
Grizzlies
Code
MEM
City
Memphis
Conference
west
Division
Southwest
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Bio fr
<p>Les Memphis Grizzlies incarnent l'esprit combatif et la résilience du basketball professionnel américain depuis leur installation dans la ville du blues en 2001. Cette franchise de la Conférence Ouest, qui évolue dans la Division Southwest, a su construire une identité unique basée sur la ténacité et le travail acharné, reflétant parfaitement l'âme de Memphis, Tennessee.</p> <p>Sous la direction du propriétaire Robert Pera, entrepreneur technologique visionnaire, les Grizzlies bénéficient d'une approche moderne et analytique du basketball. Le tandem formé par le General Manager Zach Kleiman et l'entraîneur principal Taylor Jenkins représente une nouvelle génération de dirigeants NBA, privilégiant le développement des jeunes talents et l'innovation tactique. Leur philosophie s'articule autour de la construction d'une culture gagnante durable, mêlant tradition défensive et basketball moderne.</p> <p>Bien que la franchise n'ait jamais remporté de championnat NBA, elle a marqué l'histoire de la ligue par ses performances mémorables et son style de jeu unique. Les Grizzlies ont notamment brillé durant l'ère "Grit and Grind", une époque dorée qui a vu l'équipe devenir l'une des défenses les plus redoutables de la NBA et atteindre régulièrement les playoffs.</p> <p>Deux légendes de la franchise ont vu leur maillot retiré et suspendu aux poutres de l'arène. Marc Gasol, le pivot espagnol au numéro 33, a incarné l'intelligence basketballistique et la polyvalence durant de nombreuses saisons, devenant une figure emblématique de Memphis. Zach Randolph, porteur du numéro 50, représente quant à lui l'esprit combatif des Grizzlies avec son jeu physique et sa détermination sans faille dans la raquette.</p> <p>La riche histoire de la franchise s'enrichit également des contributions exceptionnelles de joueurs légendaires comme Pau Gasol, le frère aîné de Marc qui a posé les bases du succès futur, Mike Conley Jr., meneur exemplaire et véritable général sur le terrain, ou encore Tony Allen, défenseur impitoyable surnommé "The Grindfather". Les fans se souviennent aussi de Shareef Abdur-Rahim, Shane Battier, du flamboyant Jason Williams, de Bryant Reeves et plus récemment de Ja Morant, prodige athlétique qui a révolutionné le jeu offensif de l'équipe.</p> <p>Actuellement, avec un bilan de 24 victoires pour 45 défaites, les Grizzlies traversent une période de reconstruction. Cette saison 2025-26 s'inscrit dans une logique de développement à long terme, l'organisation mise sur la progression de ses jeunes talents et la construction d'un noyau compétitif pour les années à venir. L'ambition reste claire : retrouver les sommets de la Conférence Ouest et décrocher ce premier titre NBA tant convoité, tout en perpétuant l'héritage unique de cette franchise qui a su conquérir le cœur des amateurs de basketball par son authenticité et sa passion.</p>
Bio en
<p>The Memphis Grizzlies stand as one of the NBA's most compelling franchise stories, embodying the gritty, blue-collar spirit of their Tennessee home while navigating through a challenging 2025-26 campaign that sees them sitting at 24-45 in the competitive Western Conference's Southwest Division. Under the ownership of Robert Pera since 2012, the franchise has cultivated an identity rooted in defensive tenacity and relentless effort that mirrors the work ethic of Memphis itself.</p> <p>Originally founded as the Vancouver Grizzlies in 1995 before relocating to Memphis in 2001, the franchise has never captured an NBA championship but has built a legacy around memorable playoff runs and unforgettable characters. The organization's culture reached its zenith during the "Grit and Grind" era of the 2010s, when players like Marc Gasol, Zach Randolph, Mike Conley Jr., and Tony Allen transformed Memphis into a feared playoff contender known for their suffocating defense and physical style of play.</p> <p>The franchise's pantheon of legends reflects both eras of their existence, from early stars like Bryant Reeves and Shareef Abdur-Rahim in Vancouver, to the crafty Jason Williams and defensive stalwart Shane Battier in their early Memphis years. The Gasol brothers, Pau and Marc, represent perhaps the most significant international connection in franchise history, with Marc's jersey number 33 hanging in the rafters alongside Zach Randolph's number 50 – the only two retired numbers in team history, symbolizing the heart and soul of those memorable Grizzlies teams.</p> <p>Current leadership remains anchored by General Manager Zach Kleiman and Head Coach Taylor Jenkins, who have worked to rebuild the franchise around emerging talent while maintaining the organizational values that defined their most successful periods. Their vision centers on developing young players within a system that emphasizes team basketball and defensive commitment, hallmarks that have defined Memphis basketball culture for over two decades.</p> <p>The modern face of the franchise has been Ja Morant, whose explosive athleticism and highlight-reel plays have energized the fanbase and brought national attention back to Memphis basketball. Morant's emergence as a legitimate superstar has provided hope that the Grizzlies can return to their playoff-contending ways, even as this season's struggles suggest the team remains in a transitional phase.</p> <p>Robert Pera's ownership has been marked by a commitment to the Memphis community and a patient approach to building sustainable success. His investment in both the team and the city has helped solidify the Grizzlies' place in Memphis culture, where the franchise serves as a source of civic pride despite never reaching the ultimate goal of an NBA championship.</p> <p>As the 2025-26 season winds down with playoff hopes diminished, the Grizzlies find themselves at another crossroads, seeking to recapture the magic that once made FedExForum one of the NBA's most intimidating venues. The challenge remains building around their core talent while maintaining the defensive identity and competitive spirit that has defined Memphis basketball throughout their nearly three-decade journey from expansion franchise to beloved community institution.</p>
Owner
Robert Pera
General manager
Zach Kleiman
Head coach
Taylor Jenkins
President
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Retired jerseys
  1. Number
    50
    Player
    Zach Randolph
    Year
    2022
  2. Number
    33
    Player
    Marc Gasol
    Year
    2023
Championships
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Championship count
0
Notable players
  1. Name
    Marc Gasol
    Years
    2008-2019
    Jersey
    33
  2. Name
    Zach Randolph
    Years
    2009-2017
    Jersey
    50
  3. Name
    Mike Conley Jr.
    Years
    2007-2019
    Jersey
    11
  4. Name
    Pau Gasol
    Years
    2001-2008
    Jersey
    16
  5. Name
    Tony Allen
    Years
    2010-2017
    Jersey
    9
  6. Name
    Shareef Abdur-Rahim
    Years
    1996-2001
    Jersey
    3
  7. Name
    Shane Battier
    Years
    2001-2006
    Jersey
    31
  8. Name
    Jason Williams
    Years
    1998-2001
    Jersey
    55
  9. Name
    Bryant Reeves
    Years
    1995-2001
    Jersey
    50
  10. Name
    Ja Morant
    Years
    2019-
    Jersey
    12
  11. Name
    Jaren Jackson Jr.
    Years
    2018-
    Jersey
    13
  12. Name
    Rudy Gay
    Years
    2006-2013
    Jersey
    22
Honours
  1. Title
    Southwest Division Champions
    Year
    2013
    Details
    56-26 record
  2. Title
    Southwest Division Champions
    Year
    2022
    Details
    56-26 record
History fr
<p>L'histoire des Memphis Grizzlies débute en 1995 avec une promesse d'expansion qui allait connaître des tribulations géographiques avant de trouver sa véritable identité dans le Sud américain. Née sous le nom de Vancouver Grizzlies lors de la saison 1995-96, cette franchise canadienne faisait partie de l'expansion NBA aux côtés des Toronto Raptors, marquant l'arrivée du basketball professionnel au Canada.</p> <p>Les premières années vancouveroises furent marquées par les difficultés typiques d'une équipe d'expansion. Malgré la présence de joueurs comme Bryant Reeves, surnommé "Big Country", et Shareef Abdur-Rahim qui émergea comme une étoile offensive, les Grizzlies peinaient à trouver leur rythme. Le taux de change défavorable du dollar canadien et les difficultés à attirer les grandes stars compliquèrent l'établissement de la franchise dans le marché vancouverois.</p> <p>Le tournant majeur survint en 2001 avec le déménagement vers Memphis, Tennessee. Cette relocalisation marqua le début d'une nouvelle ère pour la franchise, qui conserva son identité visuelle mais adopta une mentalité différente. L'arrivée de Pau Gasol lors de la draft 2001 constitua la première pierre d'un édifice qui allait progressivement se construire.</p> <p>L'ère Jerry West, qui rejoignit l'organisation en tant que président, apporta une crédibilité immédiate. Sous sa direction, Memphis commença à attirer des talents et à développer une culture gagnante. Pau Gasol devint rapidement le visage de la franchise, remportant le titre de Rookie of the Year en 2002 et établissant les fondations d'une équipe compétitive.</p> <p>La véritable transformation s'opéra au début des années 2010 avec l'émergence du style "Grit and Grind". Cette philosophie, incarnée par des joueurs comme Zach Randolph, Marc Gasol (frère de Pau), Tony Allen, et Mike Conley Jr., révolutionna l'identité de l'équipe. Les Grizzlies devinrent synonymes de défense acharnée, de jeu physique et de résilience mentale.</p> <p>L'apogée de cette ère survint lors des playoffs 2011, quand Memphis, huitième tête de série, créa la sensation en éliminant les San Antonio Spurs, premiers de la conférence Ouest, au premier tour. Cette victoire historique, menée par l'intensité défensive de Tony Allen et la polyvalence de Zach Randolph, propulsa les Grizzlies sur la carte nationale et établit leur réputation de "giant killers".</p> <p>Les années suivantes confirmèrent cette montée en puissance. Marc Gasol, élu Défenseur de l'Année en 2013, et Mike Conley Jr. formèrent un duo redoutable, menant l'équipe vers plusieurs participations consécutives aux playoffs. Le point culminant arriva en 2013 avec une mémorable série de Finales de Conférence contre les San Antonio Spurs, où Memphis poussa l'éventuel champion NBA jusqu'au match 7.</p> <p>La fin des années 2010 marqua une transition nécessaire. Le départ de Marc Gasol vers Toronto en 2019, où il remportera son premier championnat NBA, symbolisa la fin de l'ère "Grit and Grind". L'organisation entreprit alors une reconstruction stratégique, axée sur le développement de jeunes talents.</p> <p>L'arrivée de Ja Morant, sélectionné deuxième choix de la draft 2019, inaugura une nouvelle ère explosive. Son style de jeu spectaculaire, combinant vitesse, athlétisme et leadership naturel, redonna immédiatement espoir aux fans de Memphis. Rookie of the Year en 2020, Morant incarna rapidement l'avenir de la franchise.</p> <p>Sous la direction de Taylor Jenkins et avec des compléments comme Jaren Jackson Jr. et Desmond Bane, les Grizzlies ont retrouvé les playoffs en 2021, dépassant toutes les attentes. Leur progression fulgurante culmine avec leur statut actuel de contendant sérieux dans l'Ouest, prouvant que Memphis peut à nouveau rêver grand. Bien qu'aucun championnat NBA ne figure encore au palmarès, l'histoire des Grizzlies illustre parfaitement la persévérance et l'évolution constante du basketball professionnel moderne.</p>
History en
<p>The Memphis Grizzlies franchise began its NBA journey as the Vancouver Grizzlies during the 1995-96 season, part of the league's expansion into Canada alongside the Toronto Raptors. Founded in Vancouver, British Columbia, the team was named after the region's grizzly bear population, establishing an identity that would endure even through relocation.</p> <p>The Vancouver years (1995-2001) were marked by struggle and growing pains typical of expansion franchises. Playing at General Motors Place, the Grizzlies endured six difficult seasons, never achieving a winning record. The team's best Vancouver season came in 2000-01 with a 23-59 record under head coach Sidney Lowe. Key players during this era included Shareef Abdur-Rahim, who became the franchise's first star, averaging over 20 points per game for multiple seasons, and Mike Bibby, drafted third overall in 1998.</p> <p>Financial difficulties and limited fan support led to the franchise's relocation to Memphis, Tennessee, in 2001. The move transformed the Grizzlies into the first major professional sports franchise in Memphis since the ABA's Memphis Sounds. Playing initially at the Pyramid Arena before moving to FedExForum in 2004, the team began building a new identity in the basketball-loving city.</p> <p>The early Memphis years saw gradual improvement under general manager Jerry West, who joined the organization in 2002. West's shrewd draft picks and trades began reshaping the roster. The 2003 NBA Draft proved pivotal when Memphis selected Pau Gasol, who would become the franchise's first All-Star and cornerstone player. Gasol's arrival marked the beginning of the team's competitive era.</p> <p>The Grizzlies achieved their first playoff appearance in 2004, reaching the postseason for three consecutive years (2004-2006). Though they were swept in the first round each time, these appearances established Memphis as a legitimate NBA market and built a passionate fanbase known as "Grit and Grind" faithful.</p> <p>The franchise's golden era emerged in the early 2010s under the "Grit and Grind" identity. After trading Pau Gasol to the Lakers in 2008 for his younger brother Marc Gasol, the team developed a defensive-minded, physical style of play. The core of Marc Gasol, Zach Randolph, Mike Conley Jr., and Tony Allen became synonymous with Memphis basketball culture.</p> <p>This era peaked with seven consecutive playoff appearances from 2011-2017, including the franchise's greatest achievement: reaching the Western Conference Finals in 2013. The Grizzlies' upset victory over the top-seeded San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the 2011 playoffs, becoming just the fourth eighth seed to defeat a first seed, remains one of the most iconic moments in franchise history.</p> <p>Marc Gasol emerged as the team's greatest player, earning Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2013 and multiple All-Star selections. Mike Conley Jr. became the franchise's most consistent point guard, while Zach Randolph provided interior toughness that epitomized the "Grit and Grind" philosophy.</p> <p>The late 2010s brought transition as the core aged. The team traded Marc Gasol and Mike Conley in 2019, officially ending the "Grit and Grind" era. However, this period also introduced Ja Morant, selected second overall in the 2019 NBA Draft, who immediately transformed the franchise's trajectory with his explosive athleticism and leadership.</p> <p>Under Morant's leadership and coach Taylor Jenkins, the Grizzlies have experienced a remarkable renaissance. The 2021-22 season saw Memphis achieve a franchise-record 56 wins and the second seed in the Western Conference playoffs. Morant's Rookie of the Year campaign in 2020 and subsequent All-Star selections have restored excitement to Memphis basketball.</p> <p>The current era features a young, talented roster built around Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Desmond Bane, representing a new generation of Grizzlies basketball. While championships remain elusive, the franchise has established itself as a model of small-market success, combining passionate fan support with competitive basketball that honors both the "Grit and Grind" legacy and an exciting, fast-paced future.</p>
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Name
Chicago Bulls
Nickname
Bulls
Code
CHI
City
Chicago
Conference
east
Division
Central
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Bio fr
<p>Les Chicago Bulls demeurent l'une des franchises les plus emblématiques de la NBA, portant fièrement les couleurs rouge et noir dans la Conférence Est, division Central. Fondée en 1966, cette organisation basée dans la Ville des Vents a marqué l'histoire du basketball mondial et continue d'incarner l'excellence sportive malgré une saison 2025-26 difficile avec un bilan de 28 victoires pour 42 défaites.</p> <p>Sous la direction de Jerry Reinsdorf, propriétaire historique qui a vécu l'âge d'or de la franchise, les Bulls traversent actuellement une période de reconstruction. Cette vision à long terme vise à retrouver les sommets que l'équipe a conquis lors de ses années glorieuses, tout en développant une nouvelle génération de talents capables de porter l'héritage de cette franchise légendaire.</p> <p>Le palmarès des Bulls reste inégalé dans l'histoire récente de la NBA avec six championnats remportés en deux trilogies parfaites : 1991, 1992, 1993, puis 1996, 1997 et 1998. Cette domination absolue des années 90 a établi Chicago comme une référence mondiale, transformant la NBA en phénomène planétaire et inspirant des générations de basketteurs sur tous les continents, y compris en Afrique où l'impact de ces Bulls légendaires résonne encore aujourd'hui.</p> <p>Quatre maillots flottent fièrement dans les hauteurs de l'United Center, témoignant de l'excellence passée : le #4 de Jerry Sloan, figure emblématique qui a incarné l'esprit combatif de Chicago comme joueur puis entraîneur, le #10 de Bob Love, pilier offensif des premières grandes années, le mythique #23 de Michael Jordan, universellement reconnu comme le plus grand joueur de tous les temps, et le #33 de Scottie Pippen, partenaire indispensable du phénomène Jordan et maître de la polyvalence.</p> <p>L'héritage des Bulls s'étend bien au-delà de ces maillots retirés. La franchise a vu évoluer des légendes comme Dennis Rodman, le rebondeur excentrique et défenseur redoutable, Derrick Rose, enfant du pays devenu le plus jeune MVP de l'histoire, ou encore des figures comme Artis Gilmore, Chet Walker, Norm Van Lier et Horace Grant, chacun ayant apporté sa pierre à l'édifice de cette institution basketballistique.</p> <p>La situation actuelle des Bulls reflète les défis du basketball moderne, où la patience et la stratégie à long terme sont essentielles pour construire un contender durable. Malgré les difficultés de cette saison, l'organisation reste déterminée à honorer son glorieux passé tout en préparant un avenir prometteur.</p> <p>Pour les fans africains de Sport News Africa, les Bulls représentent plus qu'une simple équipe : ils incarnent l'universalité du basketball et la capacité de ce sport à transcender les frontières. L'héritage de Michael Jordan continue d'inspirer les jeunes talents du continent, prouvant que l'excellence n'a pas de limites géographiques et que Chicago reste à jamais synonyme de grandeur basketballistique.</p>
Bio en
<p>The Chicago Bulls stand as one of the NBA's most storied franchises, their legacy forever intertwined with basketball greatness and an unwavering commitment to excellence that resonates across continents. Founded as an expansion team, the Bulls have evolved from ambitious upstarts to global icons, their red and black colors synonymous with championship basketball and cultural phenomenon that transcended sports boundaries.</p> <p>Under the steadfast ownership of Jerry Reinsdorf, who has guided the franchise for decades, the Bulls organization has maintained its commitment to building a competitive culture rooted in hard work, determination, and the relentless pursuit of victory. While the current leadership structure undergoes evaluation, Reinsdorf's vision remains focused on returning Chicago to championship contention through strategic player development and organizational excellence.</p> <p>The Bulls' championship pedigree speaks volumes about their winning DNA. Six NBA titles in eight seasons during the 1990s—captured in 1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, and 1998—established Chicago as a dynasty that captivated global audiences. This unprecedented run transformed basketball into worldwide entertainment, with the Bulls serving as ambassadors for the sport across Africa and beyond.</p> <p>The franchise's pantheon of greatness is immortalized through four retired jerseys hanging in their arena rafters. Michael Jordan's #23 represents basketball perfection and global icon status, while Scottie Pippen's #33 honors the ultimate championship wingman. Jerry Sloan's #4 symbolizes grit and defensive tenacity, and Bob Love's #10 represents the franchise's early foundation of excellence. These legends established the Bulls' identity as competitors who never surrender.</p> <p>Beyond retired numbers, Chicago's legendary roster reads like basketball royalty. Dennis Rodman brought championship-level rebounding and defensive intensity, while Derrick Rose represented hometown heroism and explosive athleticism. Veterans like Artis Gilmore, Chet Walker, Norm Van Lier, and Horace Grant each contributed essential chapters to the Bulls' rich narrative, creating a legacy that continues inspiring players worldwide.</p> <p>Currently sitting at 28-42, the Bulls face a pivotal moment in franchise history. This record reflects growing pains and organizational transition, yet it also represents opportunity for renewal and strategic rebuilding. The front office must navigate between honoring championship tradition and embracing modern NBA evolution, seeking the right combination of veteran leadership and emerging talent to return Chicago to playoff relevance.</p> <p>The Bulls' global reach extends particularly into African markets, where their 1990s success helped establish basketball's continental footprint. Young African players continue looking toward Chicago as a destination where hard work and dedication can flourish, understanding that Bulls culture demands excellence while providing platforms for international stars to thrive. This connection strengthens as the NBA's African presence grows, with the Bulls remaining attractive to players seeking to join a franchise with championship expectations and global recognition.</p> <p>Moving forward, Chicago's challenge involves recapturing championship magic while building sustainable success for the future, ensuring the Bulls remain relevant both domestically and throughout their extensive international fanbase, particularly across Africa where their legacy continues inspiring the next generation of basketball talent.</p>
Owner
Jerry Reinsdorf
General manager
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Head coach
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President
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Retired jerseys
  1. Number
    4
    Player
    Jerry Sloan
    Year
    1978
  2. Number
    10
    Player
    Bob Love
    Year
    1994
  3. Number
    23
    Player
    Michael Jordan
    Year
    1994
  4. Number
    33
    Player
    Scottie Pippen
    Year
    2005
Championships
  1. 1991
  2. 1992
  3. 1993
  4. 1996
  5. 1997
  6. 1998
Championship count
6
Notable players
  1. Name
    Michael Jordan
    Years
    1984-1993, 1995-1998
    Jersey
    23
  2. Name
    Scottie Pippen
    Years
    1987-1998, 2003-2004
    Jersey
    33
  3. Name
    Dennis Rodman
    Years
    1995-1998
    Jersey
    91
  4. Name
    Derrick Rose
    Years
    2008-2016
    Jersey
    1
  5. Name
    Bob Love
    Years
    1968-1976
    Jersey
    10
  6. Name
    Jerry Sloan
    Years
    1966-1976
    Jersey
    4
  7. Name
    Artis Gilmore
    Years
    1976-1982, 1987
    Jersey
    53
  8. Name
    Chet Walker
    Years
    1969-1975
    Jersey
    25
  9. Name
    Norm Van Lier
    Years
    1971-1978
    Jersey
    2
  10. Name
    Horace Grant
    Years
    1987-1994
    Jersey
    54
  11. Name
    Joakim Noah
    Years
    2007-2016
    Jersey
    13
  12. Name
    Luol Deng
    Years
    2004-2014
    Jersey
    9
  13. Name
    Kirk Hinrich
    Years
    2003-2010, 2012-2016
    Jersey
    12
Honours
  1. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1991
    Details
    Beat Los Angeles Lakers 4-1
  2. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1992
    Details
    Beat Portland Trail Blazers 4-2
  3. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1993
    Details
    Beat Phoenix Suns 4-2
  4. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1996
    Details
    Beat Seattle SuperSonics 4-2
  5. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1997
    Details
    Beat Utah Jazz 4-2
  6. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1998
    Details
    Beat Utah Jazz 4-2
  7. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1991
    Details
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  8. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1992
    Details
    Not provided by the source.
  9. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1993
    Details
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  10. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1996
    Details
    Not provided by the source.
  11. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1997
    Details
    Not provided by the source.
  12. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1998
    Details
    Not provided by the source.
History fr
<p>L'histoire des Chicago Bulls commence en 1966, lorsque Chicago obtient une franchise d'expansion NBA pour la somme de 1,25 million de dollars. Le nom "Bulls" est choisi pour refléter la force et la puissance, en harmonie avec l'héritage industriel de la Ville des Vents et ses célèbres abattoirs.</p> <p>Les premières décennies sont marquées par la médiocrité. Malgré la présence de joueurs talentueux comme Bob Love et Jerry Sloan dans les années 1970, les Bulls peinent à franchir le cap des playoffs. L'équipe connaît quelques saisons prometteuses au début des années 1980, mais c'est la draft de 1984 qui change à jamais le destin de la franchise.</p> <p>Le 19 juin 1984, Chicago sélectionne Michael Jordan en troisième position, après Hakeem Olajuwon et Sam Bowie. Cette décision transforme immédiatement les Bulls en attraction majeure. Jordan électrise le Chicago Stadium avec ses performances spectaculaires, remportant le titre de Rookie of the Year en 1985. Cependant, les succès individuels ne se traduisent pas encore par des victoires collectives, les Bulls butant régulièrement sur les Detroit Pistons en playoffs.</p> <p>L'arrivée de Phil Jackson comme entraîneur en 1989 et l'acquisition de Scottie Pippen, drafté en 1987, créent enfin la formule gagnante. En 1991, Chicago remporte son premier championnat NBA en battant les Lakers de Magic Johnson. Cette victoire ouvre la voie à un premier "three-peat" historique (1991-1993), avec des finales mémorables contre Portland en 1992 et Phoenix en 1993.</p> <p>L'année 1993 marque un tournant dramatique avec la retraite surprise de Michael Jordan, traumatisé par l'assassinat de son père. Les Bulls, menés par Scottie Pippen, restent compétitifs et atteignent même les demi-finales de conférence en 1994, mais la magie n'y est plus.</p> <p>Le retour de Jordan en mars 1995 avec son célèbre "I'm back" relance la machine. Après une élimination frustrante face à Orlando, les Bulls reviennent en force lors de la saison 1995-96. Cette équipe, renforcée par Dennis Rodman, établit un record de 72 victoires en saison régulière qui tiendra jusqu'en 2016. Le second "three-peat" (1996-1998) culmine avec la finale épique de 1998 contre Utah, où Jordan inscrit le panier de la victoire lors du match 6.</p> <p>La dissolution de cette équipe légendaire après 1998 plonge les Bulls dans une longue traversée du désert. Malgré l'émergence de Derrick Rose, MVP en 2011 et enfant du pays, les blessures répétées du meneur freinent les ambitions de retour au sommet. L'ère Rose culmine avec plusieurs participations en finales de conférence Est entre 2010 et 2012, notamment face au Big Three de Miami.</p> <p>Les années 2010 et 2020 voient Chicago tenter diverses reconstructions. Des joueurs comme Jimmy Butler, Pau Gasol, ou plus récemment DeMar DeRozan ont apporté des moments de satisfaction sans jamais retrouver la grandeur d'antan. L'équipe dirigée par Billy Donovan cherche aujourd'hui un nouveau souffle autour de jeunes talents comme Coby White et Patrick Williams.</p> <p>Avec six bannières de champions accrochées au United Center et un héritage indélébile laissé par Michael Jordan, les Chicago Bulls restent l'une des franchises les plus emblématiques de la NBA. Leur influence dépasse largement le basketball, ayant contribué à la globalisation de ce sport dans les années 1990.</p>
History en
<p>The Chicago Bulls entered the NBA in 1966 as an expansion franchise, bringing professional basketball to the Windy City. Named after the city's meatpacking heritage and its tough, aggressive spirit, the Bulls began their journey in a league dominated by the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers.</p> <p>The franchise's early years were marked by steady building under original owner Dick Klein. The Bulls quickly established themselves as a competitive team, making the playoffs in just their third season in 1969. Throughout the 1970s, they developed a reputation for gritty defense and hard-nosed play, with players like Jerry Sloan, Bob Love, and Chet Walker defining the era. The team reached the Western Conference Finals in 1975 but couldn't break through to the championship level.</p> <p>The arrival of Artis Gilmore in 1976 added a dominant center, while the acquisition of Reggie Theus brought offensive firepower. However, it wasn't until the 1984 NBA Draft that the franchise's destiny would be forever altered. With the third overall pick, Chicago selected a young shooting guard from the University of North Carolina named Michael Jordan.</p> <p>Jordan's impact was immediate and electrifying. He won Rookie of the Year in 1985 and began transforming the Bulls from a solid playoff team into a must-see attraction. The addition of Scottie Pippen in 1987 and the hiring of Phil Jackson as head coach in 1989 completed the foundation of what would become the NBA's greatest dynasty.</p> <p>The Bulls' golden era exploded in 1991 when they captured their first NBA championship, defeating Magic Johnson's Los Angeles Lakers in five games. Jordan's tears of joy while clutching the Larry O'Brien Trophy became an iconic image. This launched an unprecedented run of dominance: championships in 1991, 1992, and 1993, with Jordan earning Finals MVP honors each time.</p> <p>The dynasty's first chapter concluded dramatically when Jordan shocked the world by retiring in October 1993 to pursue baseball. Despite the loss of their superstar, the Bulls remained competitive behind Pippen's leadership, reaching the Eastern Conference Semifinals in 1994 and 1995.</p> <p>Jordan's return with his famous "I'm back" announcement in March 1995 set the stage for an even more remarkable second act. The 1995-96 Bulls posted a then-record 72-10 regular season, with Jordan, Pippen, and Dennis Rodman forming one of basketball's most dynamic trios. They capped the historic season by defeating the Seattle SuperSonics for the championship.</p> <p>The Bulls continued their dominance with championships in 1997 and 1998, each series providing unforgettable moments. The 1997 Finals featured Jordan's legendary "Flu Game" against Utah, while the 1998 Finals concluded with Jordan's clutch steal and championship-clinching shot, his final moment as a Bull.</p> <p>The post-Jordan era brought inevitable decline as the dynasty disbanded. The franchise endured rebuilding years in the early 2000s before drafting Derrick Rose first overall in 2008. Rose's explosive style brought excitement back to Chicago, and he became the youngest MVP in NBA history in 2011. However, devastating injuries derailed both Rose's career and the Bulls' championship aspirations.</p> <p>Throughout the 2010s and into the 2020s, the Bulls have worked to recapture their former glory. The acquisitions of players like Jimmy Butler, DeMar DeRozan, and Zach LaVine have shown flashes of competitiveness, but the franchise continues seeking the right combination to return to championship contention.</p> <p>The Bulls' legacy remains defined by the Jordan era's six championships, creating a global basketball phenomenon that transcended sports. The team's iconic red jerseys, the charging bull logo, and memories of Jordan's greatness continue to make Chicago one of the NBA's most recognizable and beloved franchises, forever linked to basketball's golden age.</p>
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Arena
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Arena city
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Arena state
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Founded
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Nba franchise
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Mvp player
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Payload
Quarter grid
  1. Quarter
    Q1
    Home
    28
    Visitor
    30
  2. Quarter
    Q2
    Home
    28
    Visitor
    28
  3. Quarter
    Q3
    Home
    42
    Visitor
    30
  4. Quarter
    Q4
    Home
    27
    Visitor
    36
Lead summary
Largest lead
10
Largest lead team
home
Lead changes
1
Team stats
Home
Players used
8
Fgm
41
Fga
87
Fg pct
47.1
Tpm
11
Tpa
32
Tp pct
34.4
Ftm
12
Fta
16
Ft pct
75
Rebounds off
9
Rebounds def
24
Rebounds total
33
Assists
26
Steals
14
Blocks
3
Turnovers
12
Personal fouls
25
Visitor
Players used
9
Fgm
41
Fga
82
Fg pct
50
Tpm
10
Tpa
33
Tp pct
30.3
Ftm
32
Fta
43
Ft pct
74.4
Rebounds off
10
Rebounds def
43
Rebounds total
53
Assists
26
Steals
8
Blocks
11
Turnovers
23
Personal fouls
20
Leaders
Home
Scorer
Name
C. Coward
Value
24
Jersey
23
Rebounder
Name
C. Coward
Value
9
Jersey
23
Assister
Name
W. Clayton Jr.
Value
6
Jersey
4
Visitor
Scorer
Name
Matas Buzelis
Value
29
Jersey
14
Rebounder
Name
Josh Giddey
Value
13
Jersey
3
Assister
Name
Josh Giddey
Value
10
Jersey
3
Player stats
Home
  1. Nba player id
    333
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    24
    Points
    24
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    9
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    6
    Fgm
    10
    Fga
    19
    Fg pct
    52.6
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    33.3
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    66.7
    Steals
    4
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    13
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    C.
    Lastname
    Coward
    Jersey
    23
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  2. Nba player id
    329
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    18
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    5
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    7
    Fga
    15
    Fg pct
    46.7
    Tpm
    3
    Tpa
    7
    Tp pct
    42.9
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    33.3
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    -16
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    T.
    Lastname
    Burton
    Jersey
    5
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  3. Nba player id
    320
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    19
    Points
    14
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    2
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    5
    Fga
    7
    Fg pct
    71.4
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    4
    Fta
    5
    Ft pct
    80
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    2
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    -19
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    DeJon
    Lastname
    Jarreau
    Jersey
    33
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  4. Nba player id
    325
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    30
    Points
    14
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    10
    Fg pct
    60
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    66.7
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    6
    Plus minus
    6
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    R.
    Lastname
    Rupert
    Jersey
    12
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  5. Nba player id
    322
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    15
    Points
    12
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    5
    Fga
    8
    Fg pct
    62.5
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    33.3
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    1
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    4
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    OlivierMaxence
    Lastname
    Prosper
    Jersey
    18
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  6. Nba player id
    323
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    21
    Points
    10
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    14
    Fg pct
    21.4
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    4
    Fta
    4
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    18
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    GG
    Lastname
    Jackson
    Jersey
    45
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  7. Nba player id
    330
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    30
    Points
    7
    Assists
    6
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    9
    Fg pct
    33.3
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    16.7
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    5
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    W.
    Lastname
    Clayton Jr.
    Jersey
    4
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  8. Nba player id
    331
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    15
    Points
    6
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    2
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    40
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    66.7
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    3
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    4
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    J.
    Lastname
    Small
    Jersey
    10
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
Visitor
  1. Nba player id
    115
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    5
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    39
    Points
    29
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    10
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    9
    Fgm
    10
    Fga
    21
    Fg pct
    47.6
    Tpm
    3
    Tpa
    10
    Tp pct
    30
    Ftm
    6
    Fta
    7
    Ft pct
    85.7
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    3
    Turnovers
    4
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    14
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Matas
    Lastname
    Buzelis
    Jersey
    14
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  2. Nba player id
    77
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    5
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    30
    Points
    26
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    14
    Fg pct
    42.9
    Tpm
    3
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    11
    Fta
    13
    Ft pct
    84.6
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    4
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Collin
    Lastname
    Sexton
    Jersey
    10
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  3. Nba player id
    105
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    5
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    29
    Points
    19
    Assists
    6
    Rebounds total
    9
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    8
    Fgm
    8
    Fga
    15
    Fg pct
    53.3
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    25
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    4
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    4
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    3
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Tre
    Lastname
    Jones
    Jersey
    30
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  4. Nba player id
    108
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    5
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    35
    Points
    18
    Assists
    10
    Rebounds total
    13
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    12
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    11
    Fg pct
    54.5
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    33.3
    Ftm
    5
    Fta
    5
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    3
    Turnovers
    5
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    -15
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Josh
    Lastname
    Giddey
    Jersey
    3
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  5. Nba player id
    119
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    5
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    15
    Points
    8
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    2
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    60
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    66.7
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    5
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    -5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Rob
    Lastname
    Dillingham
    Jersey
    7
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  6. Nba player id
    120
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    5
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    22
    Points
    8
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    2
    Fg pct
    100
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    4
    Fta
    8
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    -4
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    L.
    Lastname
    Olbrich
    Jersey
    47
    Position
    C
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  7. Nba player id
    102
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    5
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    30
    Points
    7
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    7
    Fg pct
    42.9
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    3
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    -6
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Isaac
    Lastname
    Okoro
    Jersey
    35
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  8. Nba player id
    114
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    5
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    16
    Points
    5
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    1
    Fga
    2
    Fg pct
    50
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    4
    Ft pct
    75
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Leonard
    Lastname
    Miller
    Jersey
    11
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  9. Nba player id
    103
    Nba game id
    116
    Nba team id
    5
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    23
    Points
    4
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    40
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Patrick
    Lastname
    Williams
    Jersey
    44
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

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