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About Chicago Bulls vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
The roots of the Chicago Bulls – Cleveland Cavaliers rivalry can be traced back over 30 years, since when the Cavs joined the NBA as an expansion team in the 1970’s. The rivalry took on a turn when in the 1980’s the Bulls drafted Michael Jordan, a player who would not only go down as the greatest of all time in the NBA but who also would create an absolute nightmare for the Cavs. The two teams would become locked into a seven year long battle from the late 80’s into the mid 90’s for playoff glory.
When Jordan left the Bulls, the rivalry calmed a little until the Cavs drafted LeBron James in the 2003 draft. Since the late 2000s, the rivalry has picked up steam once again and the two teams have been fighting for the Eastern Conference.
While the Bulls-Cavs rivalry has gone through many phases, this is one of the most fiercely fought rivalries in the NBA and has produced some memorable moments.
Memorable Matchups between the Bulls and the Cavaliers
Due to their long history, the Bulls and the Cavs have had many memorable moments. Here are some of the best matchups between these two teams.
The Shot
May 7, 1989 – This was the time when the first round of the playoffs was best-of-five games. The Shot is the name given to the series in which Michael Jordan scored the winning shot to win the Bulls the series 3-2. For Cleveland, this play was the beginning of what was heralded as the Cleveland sports curse. For the Bulls, it was a sign of their imminent domination of the NBA. In front of a massive crowd at Richfield Coliseum, Jordan stunned the sports world by winning the game for the Bulls 101-100 just as the buzzer sounded.
Jordan Shreds the Cavs
March 28, 1990 – In the season right after The Shot, Jordan and the Bulls were still showing their dominance over the Cavs. This game would become the highest scoring game of Jordan’s career, where he scored 69 points, 18 rebounds, six assists, and four steals. The Bulls would win the game 117-113 in overtime at the Richfield Coliseum.
Jordan Shreds the Cavs
March 28, 1990 – In the season right after The Shot, Jordan and the Bulls were still showing their dominance over the Cavs. This game would become the highest scoring game of Jordan’s career, where he scored 69 points, 18 rebounds, six assists, and four steals. The Bulls would win the game 117-113 in overtime at the Richfield Coliseum.
A History of their Meetings
The Chicago Bulls have played against the Cleveland Cavaliers on a total of 207 occasions in the regular season. Here are the statistics for the Bulls for all of those matchups.
| Games Played | Wins | Losses | Win %age | Points Scored | Points Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 226 | 132 | 94 | 0.584 | 22,744 | 22,099 |
In the postseason, the Bulls and the Cavaliers have played against one another 34 times. The Bulls have won 20 of those games while the Cavaliers have won 14 games. Of the 7 playoff series that have been played between the two teams, the Bulls have a 5-2 record.
Top Players in the Bulls and Cavaliers lineups
The Chicago Bulls have been a dominating franchise in the NBA and as such have had incredible talent throughout the years. This includes Michael Jordan, arguably the greatest player in NBA history who led the Bulls to glory in the 1990’s. Scottie Pippen, another central figure in the Bulls’ dominance during the Jordan years. Derrick Rose, the incredible talent who became the youngest player to be named MVP in the NBA.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are one of the most popular teams in the NBA and have had an impressive roster of players as well. This includes LeBron James, who holds numerous franchise records for the Cavaliers. These include total points, steals, scoring average, and field goals. Mark Price, the power shooter widely regarded as one of the best players in the franchise history. Brad Daugherty, the franchise leader in defensive rebounds and the second in total overall points for the Cavaliers with 10,389.
The Bulls take on the Cavaliers in 2024
The Bulls are all ready to square off against the Cavs this upcoming NBA season. Are you a fan of either of these two teams? Are you interested in seeing them face-off on court? If so, you’ll need to get a pair of Chicago Bulls vs. Cleveland Cavaliers tickets. Find out when these two teams are scheduled to play against each other by looking at the Chicago Bulls schedule and the Cleveland Cavaliers schedule. Then, identify the best seats in each venue by having a look at the United Center seating charts and Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse seating charts. With that information, you’ll be able to get the best deal on cheap Chicago Bulls vs. Cleveland Cavaliers tickets here today.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Chicago Bulls and Cleveland Cavaliers
How many championships have the Bulls won?
The Chicago Bulls have won a total of six championships
Who is the Cavs all time leading scorer?
It's no surprise LeBron James is the Cavaliers all-time leading scorer, tallying 23,119 points!
How many years was the Cleveland sports curse?
The superstition involving the city's failure to win a major sports championship lasted 52 years
