It’s been harped on endlessly, though in reality, it’s only been a few years. But in the NBA, a few years can feel like a lifetime. The Chicago Bulls haven’t been good, and they haven’t been bad. They’ve been stuck in mediocrity—a point that’s been made a million times over.
Still, it’s a point worth making. Chicago is one of the league’s great basketball cities, rich with history. The fans show up, and Bulls gear, especially that iconic Michael Jordan jersey, can be spotted worldwide. The Bulls need to be better, not just for their fans, but for the NBA itself.