NBA Legends Explain How Good The 96 Chicago Bulls Were 

"73 - 9 is nothing without a Ring." - Scottie Pippen

What makes them the greatest team ever is winning 72 games in arguably the toughest era in the NBA and finishing it off with a championship!

It was a privilege to watch all the legends in the 90's! Bulls 4 life!

Rodman will make you forget Draymond is playing. Harper Pippen Jordan would switch everything with klay and Steph running off screens while KD will just have to out score MJ which is not happening because MJ would “take it personal”

The biggest difference between the two teams is the neck up issues - specifically, fear and intensity. Steph is an unconscious shooter, Draymond Green is one of the smartest players I have ever watched (love that guy!!), Klay is a great option 3, and KD is a match up nightmare for anyone. On the other side of the ball, you had a player whose talent, skill, and presence unnerved opponents: people feared Michael Jordan. You had the best rebounder and defender of the 90's in Rodman, the point forward in Scottie Pippen who revolutionized the position before Lebron, and was a lock down defender, and 2 other "scrubs" (that's a joke) in Ron Harper and Luc Longley. Off the bench, the first 2 were absolute murder in Kerr and Kukoc. Talent wise, they were stacked, but beyond the talent, they were just more intense, more locked in, and basketball smarter than their opponents. They actually adapted their offense and defense suuuper fast to changing situations. Having watched both teams play, Golden State would get on hot streaks and ride it, while the Bulls thrived on crushing an opponents hot streak while reinforcing you couldn't stop them. I honestly believe the bulls would win a series, probably in 6, had the two played each other, regardless of the rules/era.

Here's a Bulls record that I don't think is talked about much: Not only did the Bulls tied the 1972 Laker's record of 69-13. However, the Bulls did just that TWICE, Back to back in both the 1996 and 1997 seasons. Not even the Golden State warriors accomplished that feat. We often make much of the 72-10 record and underlook that accomplishment as well.

Glad I grew up during this era and was able to watch as it happened...96 Bulls were phenomenal

Ron Harper was an amazing scorer. I remember him playing for the Cavaliers. He was something to watch.

I would never bet against MJ he is an absolute beast and no one could ever match that hunger & killer instinct.

With a starting lineup with MJ, Pippen, Rodman, and Harper The Bulls were the 1st positional less basketball team. They had 4 players that could guard at least 4 positions. They were probably one of the best defensive teams ever

Bulls won 72 games with Pippen missing 5 games and Rodman missing 18 games. Let that sink in, and then imagine what their record would be if they had not missed so many games.

This is why you respect the wisdom of your elders. They saw every game from both teams. Kids today only saw the Warriors and highlights from the Bulls. That Bulls team was unstoppable (pun intended)

I still don’t think many people realize how great the defense was with this team. They could simply lock down and take control almost at will.

The best trio possibly, probably ever. Jordan is Batman, Pippin was Robin and Rodman was Bane.

you know what, 96 bulls also have Phil Jackson. I know Kerr is a great coach, but Phil is the master.

This channel is going big soon. As a rather casual NBA fan myself, it’s a great place to catch up on some history. I know a few hardcores that love it too.

I like how you have pippen and his dad's jersey on the wall lol and imagine playing against Mike and not being able to touch him like today's rules. Dude would run wild.

What people dont realize, aside from 96 bulls being talented, they are really fun to watch. When Jordan holds the ball, every person on the arena is being sucked in by his aura. When Jordan and Pippen missed, every person holds their breath to see Rodman fighting for rebound. Also, imagine a Kukoc coming of the bench? The best euro player that time.

There’s no argument. 96 Bulls 72-10 + Ring. 97 Bulls 69-13 + Ring. 98 Bulls 62-20+ Ring. 2016 Warriors 73-9 no Ring. 17’ Warriors 67-15 + Ring. 18’ Warriors 58-24 + Ring. No team would ever beat the 96 Bulls team IMO.

Bulls the greatest team ever end of story

Never seen another team get even close to their greatness. They had the best player of all time (Jordan), backed up by the second best player in the league (Pippen) and the best and most unorthodox defensive player of all time (Rodman) along with some great role players all doing their bit to form the perfect puzzle. They were both an offensive and defensive powerhouse. To top it all off they had the greatest coach in NBA history.

Steve kerr: that team was built for today's nba (defense-wise) Also steve kerr: michael was unguardable then, you could just imagine now with all the rules and spacing

What people dont realize is that the bulls defense was insane during that year.

Nice memories once again Sean! I cheered for my team, the Sonics at 15 years of age in my room in the middle of 6 nights in Germany. Love it to see this again. Greetings Michael

What these young ignorant (not their fault) people don’t know about that team was the sheer mentality of them all. They had the ultimate teacher and meditator in Phil and the ultimate motivator and disciplinarian in MJ. Every single player on that team did their jobs absolutely amazing. Team basketball At it’s best.

Did anyone notice the hanger swinging back and forth in the beginning? I think I have a problem 😂. Great vid. The Bulls and MJ were my favorite team when I was younger.

I remember the Bulls shirt and amblem stuck in my memory from that time. I was 6 years old, forever my favourite team in NBA.

I was always a fan of Kendall Gill. Solid player in his day.

I have watched professional sports For a long time in person live, and on TV. I have only noticed genuine fear in professional athletes involving only 2 scenarios - playing against the Bulls and fighting Mike Tyson.

My two top teams are the 96 Bulls and 86 Celtics. It's hard to pick between the two. They each had hall of farmers everywhere. I couldn't pick one over the other.

I don't think the Warriors would have gotten past neither the Knicks, Utah, nor Indiana to even face Chicago. The wrong question is being asked. Should ask whether they were better than those first three teams, and if so why?

“Like great fighters do, they will eventually figure you out” Kendall Gill That is exactly that Bulls team during that era and that’s coming from a Knick fan.

This doesn't need to be discussed lol. The accomplishments speaks for itself.

I've always said to me those r his two best yrs. The end of the first 3peat('93)& the beginning of the 2nd('96). I believe the great MJ knew he could do what he had already done......6RINGZ!!!!!

Kukoc would've KILLED in today's game, where you have to TEACH big men to handle the ball/shoot 3's ... Kukoc came over from Croatia, as the #1 player in all of Europe, and could take you off the dribble, finish at the rim, & shoot the 3, & he was left-handed @ 6'11. His play time was diminished back then because he was having difficulty adapting to the physical play of the East. Conf., you remove the Pistons/NYK's football style of ball, & Kukoc would play more & score WAY more ...

Yes. Best of all time. Leflop couldn't carry Jordan's gym bag

The most complete team in history

I absolutely love Steph Curry and the Warriors, and Loved the Bulls all of them! However, when it came down to it defense would be the difference. The Bulls go four guys deep defensively on any team, and could lock you down. What I mean by is that four of the Bulls players on pretty much any stretch could make life difficult for any of the five guys on the floor at the time for Golden State. The styles are completely different, but that’s just because of how ball is played now, and the rules. Steph, KD (especially KD), and Klay are still going to score, but it would be a long night because of Scottie, MJ, Harper, Rodman, Kukoc, and Pippen defending them. Then the liability would be Steph on defense. Even tough Klay is a decent defender, he’s not stopping Pippen, or MJ when it comes to having to do it! Harper would have a field day with Steph guarding him too. Let’s not sleep on Ron Harper. Andre is the best defender on the team followed up by KD, then Draymond, but even Harper, Kukoc, Longley, and Kerr could put up buckets when called upon. Then you have MJ, who you’re only if at all, just slowing down. He is still getting his! The three ball would have to flow for the Warriors, and if there’s hand checking forget it, because the physical play of the Bulls would prevail. If there’s no hand checking MJ and Pippen will absolutely dominate. I give the Warriors one game for sure, with the possibility of a second game, but they are not winning the series, because they just can’t match the defense intensity of the Bulls.

Nice touch on the hangar movin in the background. GOD BLESS!!!!!!!

One of my favorite RU-vid channels thanks for all the best 90s nba content dude!

As great as the team was in ‘96, I prefer the team from ‘97. I feel that they were tested more and still prevailed.

They knew if they didn’t play for their lives every single night … they would’ve had to answer to 23

Keep up the good work your channel is reflective on the culture and history of the NBA.... I was born in 66 and grew up watching Doctor J, and Moses Malone then Magic and Bird and the assentian of MJ.... I love the way you cover the era of transformation in our lifetime of the NBA. Good Job! I saw many of these players play live and in person. When you saw MJ and those 90's teams live! The hair on the back of your neck stood up when they were announced and the energy in the arena was ELECTRIC.... EVEN WHEN YOU WERE FROM THE HOME TEAM YOU WANTED TO SEE THE DYNASTY! YOU REALIZED YOU WERE WATCHING HISTORY! I AM SO GLAD I WAS ABLE TO LIVE IT AND SEE IT IN REAL TIME... I KNOW I WAS BLESSED....

As a Bulls fan, I am partial. But this team beat the teams that they are supposed to beat. And they were great on both ends on the court. Not to mention that the team was disciplined and dedicated to winning.

I absolutely LOVE your Ole School videos. Back when a foul was a “foul”. Keep up the Amazing work!

Man the 90's was filled with talent in every fucking sport. TYSON, SENNA, JORDAN... Best generation ever. The cars where cooler, the songs where better... Everything!

They are the real dream team, best of the best team ever!

Yep! It was awesome watching them play live!

Arguably my ass. The nineties we're undoubtedly the toughest era in the NBA

Charles Barkley said it best on facts💁🏻‍♀️💯 those 3 and the rest of the Bulls team can evolve in todays game if they played today 💯💯💯 96 Bulls team especially MJ, Pippen & Rodman will destroy the league today and they will be feared by every team/players as how they were back then 💁🏻‍♀️💯

Hey man I've been watching your videos specially about my all time favorite 96 bulls. Keep it up!

Oh man , it’s like yesterday. What a great memory.

I never noticed in your background that lil hanger just moving like that. . . It looks soo cool honestly 🤣😂

I don’t know what the hell Rachel Nichols is giggling at when Scottie is talking about him and KD going head to head. Does she not realize that he went head to head with the best player in practice for his whole time with the Bulls?

Awesome work

What people fail to realize is that this was a super team and a big 3! So many failed to remember Rodman was recruited to join Jordan and Pippin. The team was completed with star role players in Kerr, Kucoch, and Harper. What this played out to be is any mixture of these players will keep a lead or keep the game close when Jordan and Pippin rested.

You're doing great films Im your subscriber long time Oldschool basketball never die MJ23=G.O.A.T Bulls '96=G.O.A.T

The highlight dunks Jordan would have in today's era would have gsw standing around in awe. Then the Bulls team would sweep em off the floor.

This channel is awesome!

Ron Harper is so underrated bruh :(

Gonna agree in all honesty the Bulls of 96 definitely would be one of the hardest if not the hardest team to beat in almost any Era of basketball their mindset was different the trust level was different they knew their roles an most them didn't slackoff when it was time to go to work. So again i said almost in any Era they would be one of the hardest teams to beat if not the hardest to beat

1. 96 Bulls 2. 86 Celtics 3. 88 Lakers 4. 84 76ers 5. 2016 Warriors

your Jersey collection is 🔥🔥🔥

1:48 i had that NBA upper deck card of this exact shot of Dennis grabbing a rebound next to MJ those were the good old days of the mid 90s NBA and its NBA cards/beckett etc 💁🏻‍♀️💯😍 i had all the Rodman NBA cards from the highest grade to the hardcase versions ( 2020 Eminence Platinum Patch Dennis Rodman ) and my husband does also his MJ collection since hs in 🇵🇭

I LOVE how the host interviewing Barkley regarding the 96 bulls sweeping The Warriors in a playoffs series and Barkley says... I disagree they'd only win 4 - 1and they go to laugh like he's joking. Barkley looks at them with a serious face while staring in their eyes ..... Barkley : IM SERIOUS!! Then continues to break down how The Bulld would win!!

Between a conversation between teams I would point out a big aspect of teams winning has to do with referees calling or lack of calls . I remember when suddenly the referees stopped calling fouls on the Cavs against the Warriors one year and it seems the Cavs didn't notice it for four minutes until a timeout.

The hanger swinging on the right 0:33 gave me shivers lol

8:54 "you were okay on defense" to scottie pippen coming up: telling usain bolt "so ive heard you are an okay sprinter"

96 Chicago bulls was unstoppable insane especially with MJ G.O.A.T stop alot of hall of famers not golden state the bulls 6 0 especially under jordan rules to beat him

The Bulls actually had a chance to be 74-8, but they lost their last two home games the Charlotte and Indiana by 1 point in both games. They could have been undefeated at home in the regular season and playoffs, and still have the best record in NBA history today if they won those two games. They're still the GOAT team, though.

King of rebounds, king of points and top defensive players in their era! Cumpletos recados!

I thought to myself just imagine if they had Hakeem Oljuwan as a center.

Yes they were. The best because that team could “release the Doberman defense” and shut your team down this is clearly the best team no team in this era could handle that Bulls team

By this time all 3 had mastered the game. Playing ball ain't all about scoring points

Grew up in Chicago during those years even in different countries everyone knew me iwas a amazed that team never gave up no matter the score

They perfected the triangle offense and setting screens. It was more effective then pick & rolls. It usually left someone open. This team was unstoppable.

Without Bill Wennington, this team doesn't even make the playoffs!

IMO - you can't really compare the 72-10 Bulls to the 73-9 Warriors because The Bulls not only dominated the regular season, but they carried that dominance into the playoffs as well and finished with a record of 87-13, the best ever. The '96 Bulls are more comparable to the '17 Warriors with KD, and IMO - the Warriors would lose to the Bulls because of defense and rebounding.

team chemistry, triangle offense, & composure (composure achieved via leadership, experience, & work ethic) . . . the late 90s Bulls had it all the way to the 12th man . . . dangerous!

Mentality of Grit/Determination. THAT is why they were the best. not just 96 Bulls but their first 3peat too. cant take away from any team in any era, nba is fluid & always evolves but these guys were built different

Two 3-peats! Teams these days even cherry picking strong players can't get a single 3-peat!

rodman guarding kd? kd might rather play baseball.

They were that great, completely laser focused in the regular and post season, only dropped two games in Seattle after going up 3-0, gave the games to Seattle so they could win it back home!!!

Do you have the hanger in the back swinging for background movement?

What's up with that clothes hanger to Sean's left swinging by itself through the whole video? Gotta poltergeist in the place or something?!

They lost 3 of those 10 by one point! Lol easily could’ve seen 75-7

Kids today will understand a bit if they will somehow watch a whole game of the bulls not just the highlights.. they are so dedicated both end of the court.. their offense is a beast as well as their defense..

That moving coat hanger in the background !!!!

Only teams that could give the 96 Bulls a run for their money are the 87 Lakers, 01 Lakers, 86 Celtics. I think the all 4 of those teams plus the 02, Lakers, 11 Mavs, 14 Spurs, 05 Spurs and of course the 16 Cavs (lol) could beat the 16 warriors.

82-0 is the best. That will never happen. So, I'll go with 33 in a row Lakers in the early 70s and the 90s Bulls(72-10). Warriors(73-9) and New England(16-0) were the most disappointing teams ever

Love Chuckster. Imagine Steph Curry trying to defend MJ.

Mr. Sean David please tell me the R&B song you use as background music in this episode. I can't get it outta my head.

Whose gonna guard mj? Probably Thompson, and probably gonna get 40 plus scored on him every game. In today’s rules especially.

Good stuff

They were a well tuned machine that year. I was a Sonics fan in the 90's, so I wasn't too happy with that outcome in '97. They just weren't able to play their game against the Bulls, but they had all the pieces and system to challenge them and they were more exciting to watch.

Man my boy Barkley Wass dead on speaking on 96Bulls vs current warriors speak the truth Sr Charles

The Bulls only losses in the 1996 playoffs were with either Kukoc or Harper injured. Harper played every game of the 1996 Finals, but very limited minutes in games 3-4-5 because of a knee injury.

I love Charles, truth!

BTM, man.. i LOVE U!

Best team EVER.. Why cause everyone as there roles to play.. Jordan is the goat.. Cause every championship he went for he got the job done.💫✨🌟💞🔮💕👉🙏👈