1990–91 NBA Championship
The season that launched a dynasty: the Bulls' first NBA championship.
The 1990–91 Chicago Bulls season was the 25th season for the Chicago Bulls in the National Basketball Association. The Bulls finished first in the Central Division with a 61–21 record, won their first NBA championship, and were widely regarded as one of the greatest teams of all time.
Quick Facts
- Season record
- 61-21
- Finals result
- 4–1 vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Finals mvp
- Michael Jordan
- Head coach
- Phil Jackson
- Home arena
- Chicago Stadium
Lore & Background
The Bulls swept the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference Finals and defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in five games in the NBA Finals. Michael Jordan won his second MVP award and was named Finals MVP. The Bulls had the best offensive rating and sixth-best defensive rating in the NBA.
Reader's Guide
The Bulls' playoff run included a first-round sweep of the New York Knicks, a five-game series win over the Philadelphia 76ers, a four-game sweep of the Detroit Pistons, and a five-game Finals victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
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