| 1980–81 Chicago Bulls season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Jerry Sloan |
| General manager | Rod Thorn |
| Arena | Chicago Stadium |
| Results | |
| Record | 45–37 (.549) |
| Place |
Division: 2nd (Central) Conference: 5th (Eastern) |
| Playoff finish |
East Conference Semifinals (eliminated 0-4) |
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Stats @ Basketball-Reference.com |
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The 1980-81 NBA season was the Bulls' 15th season in the NBA.
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