1988–89 Chicago Bulls season
| 1988–89 Chicago Bulls season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Doug Collins |
| Owner(s) | Jerry Reinsdorf |
| Arena | Chicago Stadium |
| Results | |
| Record | 47–35 (.573) |
| Place |
Division: 5th (Central) Conference: 6th (Eastern) |
| Playoff finish |
East Conference Finals (Eliminated by Pistons 2–4) |
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Stats @ Basketball-Reference.com |
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| Local media | |
| Television |
WFLD Sportsvision (Jim Durham, Johnny “Red” Kerr) |
| Radio |
WMAQ (Jim Durham, Johnny “Red” Kerr) |
The Chicago Bulls qualified for the NBA Playoffs.
The team's season roster is featured in the video games NBA 2K16 and NBA 2K17.
In the 1988–89 season, Jordan again led the league in scoring, averaging 32.5 ppg on 53.8% shooting from the field. The Bulls finished with a 47–35 record, and advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals. On March 11, head coach Doug Collins moved Jordan to the point guard position. Two days later, Jordan finished with 21 points, 14 rebounds, and 14 assists in just 30 minutes of a blowout win against the Pacers. Jordan continued at point guard through the rest of the regular season.
3) Cleveland Cavaliers vs. (6) Chicago Bulls: Bulls win series 3-2
Last Playoff Meeting: 1988 Eastern Conference First Round (Chicago won 3-2)
(2) New York Knicks vs. (6) Chicago Bulls: Bulls win series 4-2
Last Playoff Meeting: 1981 Eastern Conference First Round (Chicago won 2-0)
(1) Detroit Pistons vs. (6) Chicago Bulls: Pistons win series 4-2
Last Playoff Meeting: 1988 Eastern Conference Semifinals (Detroit won 4-1)
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