'96 Bulls in a Classic Teams myLeague on 2K

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CHICAGO - Its Jordan vs Lebron. 2013 Heat versus the 1996 Bulls.

https://youtu.be/ej6yPzo_MfM

It was a tight ballgame for the first 3.5 quarters. It was tied after the 1st and the Bulls up by just 3 at the half, 59-56. Jordan was his usual self with 22 first half points. For the Heat, it was Dwyane Wade who was in rhythm offensively. He had 17 pts in the first half and was shooting well.

The game started to break open in the second half of the 3rd quarter, as the Heat started to miss more shots and the Bulls would take advantage and pushed the tempo. THey outscored the heat 36-25 in the 3rd and would ride a double digit advantage into the 4th quarter. They poured it on in the 4th and they would win by a huge margin, 128-104.

Jordan was POG: 42 pts 8 rebs 14 assts. Pippen added 28-3-7. Wade finished with 33 pts 5 rebs 6 assts while LeBron had 24 pts and 6 assts, 2 blks.

THe Bulls bench was a bigger factor in this game as they outscored their Heat counterparts 35-18, led by Kerr who had 17 pts on 3/4 shooting from 3.

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CHICAGO -- Its the newly crowned 2020 Champs going against the GOAT team, the 1996 Bulls., and they took MJ and the Bulls to the limit on this one (skip to the end of 4th 28:12)

Link https://youtu.be/le4Xm6dmECw

It was a tight game thru and thru, with no team leading by more than 6. There were several lead changes and they needed an extra period to decide the outcome.

In the first quarter, A.D. was dominant inside and on the boards. MJ though matched his output with 14 & and the Bulls led by just 1, 30-29, after a follow up dunk by Rodman to beat the buzzer.

The 2nd quarter was more of the same, with teams keeping it close. The Bulls bench outplayed the Lakers, led by Kerr. Rondo tho also had a good game. It's Chicago 64-61 at the half.

The 3rd was the same back and forth as both teams were executing enough to prevent the other from rallying. Bulls bench again held it up here and the Bulls go into the 3rd up, 90-88.

Anthony Davis quickly went to work at the start of the 4th. But Jordan and company still kept them at bay. THey were ahead by 5 with 1:30 to go, but the Lakers were able to come back, after a driving layup by James, and 2 FT's by KCP, who has been aggressive and attacking all game. THere was 9.9 secs to go and CHicago was up by 1. Lakers foul Kerr who makes 2 FT's to bring it back up to 3. with 8.7 to go. LeBron them quickly brought it up to the front court, and found KCP open on the shoulder who buries the game-tying 3 pointer to send the game to OT, 123-123.

Overtime was still close. Lakers went up first, as the bigs Davis and Howard was able to score inside to help LA go up by 4.. MJ and Pippen made big plays however to tie the game once again 1:18 to go. THen the big dogs Jordan and James exchanged baskets in the final secs. On the Bulls last play, with LA leading by 2, Jordan found Steve Kerr at the top of the key and he drains a 3 to bring the Bulls back up by 1. On the Lakers next possession, Green missed a jumper amd Jordan was fouled with 16.9 secs to go. He made 1 of 2 FTs to bring Chicago up 141-139. WIth no timeouts, Lakers brought it up, and with time winding down, they gave the ball to LeBron who had it on the right shoulder posting up Pippen. He shot his patented fadeaway, but Jordan comes down to help and blocks James shot from behind! THat sealed the victory for the Bulls, and they escape 141-139, in overtime.

Jordan finished with 61 pts, 6 rebs, 14 assts, stls 1 blk. Pippen added 36 pts 5 rebs 6 assts 3 stls. Kerr and Kukoc combined for 29 pts off the bench. Rodman finished with 17 rebs and 14 assts.

Lakers had 4 players in the 20s, led by LeBron who had 27 pts, 4 rebs 10 assts, 3 stls. A.D. finished with 26 pts 8 rebs. KCP added 24, while Howard was huge with 20pts 15 rebs.

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PHILADELPHIA -- It's Dr J vs MJ, CLash of generational greats. 1977 Sixers and the 1996 Bulls.

https://youtu.be/dbDqXWXpqys

Over the first 2 quarters, it appeared like a mismatch as the Bulls defense limited the Sixers to 39 1st half points. They led by as much as 12 in the 2nd and led by 8 at the half, 47-39.

In the 2nd half, Dr J led a late rally in the 3rd and actually put them ahead on several occasions. He would score 17 2nd half points and had the Sixers ahead by 3 with over 3 minutes remaining. Jordan would will the Bulls back, making several key plays and the game is tied at 99 with 18.8 secs remaining and Chicago had the ball. THey ran the clock down and Jordan shoots a fadeawy jumper over Doug Collins as time expired but misses it. THey go into overtime.

In OT, Jordan took over. He scored 8 of their 12 pts and assisted on the other FG, while they held the Sixers to 6 pts on 3/11 shooting. Th Bulls go on to win it 111-105.

Jordan finished with 37 pts 7 rebs 10 assts 5 stls 1 blk. Pippen added 27. Julius Erving led the SIxers with 30 pts, but had none in OT only 2 in the 4th. McGinnis finished with 20 pts 11 rebs.

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OKLAHOMA CITY -- It's the OKC Big 3 MVP's going against the HOF Big 3 of CHicago. And this one was like a heavyweight championship fight with both sides giving their best punches until the last man is left standing.

https://youtu.be/Z5gjL44-N2o

#OKC #Thunder #Durant #Westbrook #Harden #Jordan #Pippen #Rodman #ChicagoBulls #NBA2K21 @NBA2K

In the 1stQ, Westbrook appeared overly pumped, shooting 1/5 in the first 2.5mins. Kevin Durant was the steady hand for OKC as he had 13 in the quarter. Jordan countered however with 12 of his own. Chicago had a more balanced attack. THey led by 3 31-28 after one. THe second quarter was all OKC, as they exploded for 38 pts, and they lead Bulls by 8 at the half 67-59.

THe Bulls made their move in the 3rdQ and tied the game with 5 mins to go. THe Thunder finished strong and they are up by 4, 99-95 going into the 4th.

In the 4thQ, the Bulls bench stepped up. Kukoc had 10 4th quarter pts including a 3-pointer while Kerr added 5. It was a close game, with the Bulls up for most of the 4th. But OKC would come up with HUGE plays down the stretch. Jordan shot a tough fadeaway over Westrook and Perkins with 27 secs to go. KD would respond with a quick drive and dunk. JOrdan would make 2 FT's with 23.4 secs left to make it 3 again. But Westbrook would race to the corner for a 3 to tie the game with 18 secs to go. Jordan would have the final say. He run the clock down, shot a long jumper at the shoulder for the win, but the ball rolls out and we go into OT

Overtime would still be a close contest. Bulls up by 3 w 50 secs left. KD would find Perkins open underneath on the next play to bring them to within one. On the Bulls next play, Harden would strip Jordan off the ball & find Westbrook running down the court and he would lay it in to bring OKC up by 1, 151-150 with 21 secs left. Jordan would find himself with the ball again on the final play, but OKC would double him, and Jordan would find Kerr underneath and score and bring CHicago up again 152-151 with 3 secs left. AFter a timeout, Kevin Durant would himself in the corner for a 3 as time expired, but the ball rolls out and the Bulls hang on to win.

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MIAMI -- Prime Dwyane Wade goes up against the GOAT, Michael Jordan, and he did not disappoint. He was up to the challenge and did not back down from the Bulls defense. Michael Jordan also faught him toe to toe in this intense matchup between two of the greatest FInals MVP's ever.

https://youtu.be/Wb02RkDEOnY

#dwyanewade #michaeljordan #miamiheat #chicagobulls #2006heat #primewade #96bulls

THe Heat had a good start, making their first 5 shots. Bulls then got on transition with good defense and quickly caught up with a 13-4 run. Wade would get hot late and kept things close. CHicago takes a 1 pt lead after one, 29-28. THe 2nd quarter was close with MJ and Wade matching each other. It's the Heat supporting cast that made the difference as Miami takes a 5 pt lead into the half 61-56.

Wade was hot, with 24 pts already at the half. MJ was not far behind with 20.

In the 3rd, Dwyane Wade continued his outstanding game and scored 13 pts in the quarter, as the Heat outshot the Bulls. THe Heat maintain a 6 pt lead going into the 4th. In the 4th quarter, the Bulls would get cold with Jordan sitting down, and the Heat took as much as a 10 pt lead. The Bulls would make a run, sparked by Steve Kerr who would drain 2 3pters in the quarter. THey would get to within 2 but Chicago would commit some costly turnovers and Heat go up again by 8. THe Bulls make one final run with Jordan. But Wade would not be denied in this game, as he closes them out. He put them a way with two key plays in the final minute... drawing a charge on MJ, then scoring on the other end to bring an end to their rally. Heat win 130-124.

Wade was POG. He finished with 51 pts 5 rebs 11 assts 2 stls. Shaq had 20 pts 9 rebs. Jason Williams, Posey, and Payton rounded out Heat players with double figures.

Jordan had 44 pts 3 rebs 12 assts. Pippen added 30 pts 4 rebs 6 assts.

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TORONTO -- The 2019 Raptors test their mettle against the GOAT 1996 Bulls. Jordan also get to test Kawhi Leonard, arguably the best 2-way player and midrange scorer in the game today.

https://youtu.be/V8Ofe7La4D8

Right at the get go, the Raptors felt the Bulls vaunted defense. They were forced into several turnovers leading to 10 Bulls fastbreak points in the 1st quarter. THey were up big early by 12, and go into the 2nd up 37-25.

At the start of the 2nd, the Bulls would commit several turnovers, and their lead is cut to 6. Jordan would pick it back up, while Kawhi could not get any rhythm against the Chicago D. THe Bulls would remain up by 10 going into the half 58-48.

Jordan was king at the half with 23 pts. Pippen also having a strong night with 19. Kawhi struggled shooting 4/11 in the half, scoring just 8 pts.

THe 3rd quarter started out with the Bulls again clicking on the defensive end, increasing their lead to 18. The home team was not quite ready to fold yet though. THey went on their own 18-7 run to get to within 6 midway. Kawhi would start to get going, scoring 16 in the period alone, including two 3 pt plays. Siakam also started hitting his shots. Lead was 7 with 1.1 secs left, until VanVleet hit a heave from other side of the court to get TOronto within 4 going into the 4th, 91-87.

THe Bulls did not play around in the 4th quarter right from the start. Pippen ignited a run that brought the lead back up into the double digits, and they would not let up. They limited the Raptors 8/22 shooting (36%) in the 4th, and they would completely take off and takeover.

Bulls ate up the Raptors in the 4th to win huge, 130-107.

POG: Michael Jordan 46 pts 6 rebs 7 assts. Pippen added 35 pts 5 rebs 13 assts.

Kawhi finished with 28 pts 5 rebs 8 assts. SIakam and Vanvleet had 16 a piece.

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LOS ANGELES -- It's another clash of the most dominant teams ever, the 2001 Los Angeles Lakers versus the 1996 Chicago Bulls. ALso a battle of the greatest duos of all time, Shaq-Kobe and Jordan-Pippen.

#Kobe #Jordan #Shaq #2001Lakers #1996Bullls #NBA2K21

https://youtu.be/G1ysGtYSKY8

The Lakers got the first jump and ran up an early lead, 12-4. The Bulls would regroup after a quick timeout and they were able to get their offense going, going up 32-30 after the first quarter. In the 2nd period, The Bulls second unit outperformed the Lakers. Pippen had a big quarter en route to 19 first half points. Bulls are up at the half 67-55.

The home team rallied in the 3rd quarter as Kobe, Shaq and company upped their defense. THey were able to force turnovers and they were able to tie it up at 72 early on in the period. After a timeout to stop the Laker run, Scottie Pippen led a strong Bulls surge as Laker's second unit failed them again. Bulls again build a double digit advantage, holding a 15 pt lead point lead goin into the 4th.

THe Bulls held on a double digit lead for the most of the 4th quarter. Kobe Bryant would spark a late rally for the Lakers . Kobe netted 16 pts in the 4th quarter and led the Lakers to within 6 pts with just over 3 mins remaining. Jordan and Pippen though would make big plays on both ends to help keep the Lakers down. Jordan matched Kobe with 16 4th quarter pts, and 2 timely blocks to seal the deal. in the last few minutes to seal the deal.

Bulls win. 125-115.

The Bulls duo combined for 87 pts, outplaying their Lakers counterparts. . Jordan was POG with 47 pts 7 assts 2 stls 3 blks. But it was Pippen who was the pivotal player in crucial moments of the game. He finished with 40 pts 6 rebs 6 assts 3 stls 1 blk.

Kobe finished with 38 pts 6 rebs 8 assts 2 stls. Shaq had a quiet 20 pts 13 rebs.

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LOS ANGELES -- The Clipper Kawhi gets a crack at Jordan and the Bulls in this first meeting this season.

https://youtu.be/HKTFXP_uZbw

#Clippers #kawhi #jordan #kawhivsjordan #96bulls

First quarter was defensive as the Bulls held the CLippers to 20 pts on 40% shooting. Kawhi and George struggled early against MJ and Pip shooting only 4/12 from the field combined. Jordan, on the other hand, had a 16 pt first quarter. In the second, MJ was limited to just 2 pts, while George and Kawhi continued to struggle. Bulls remain up by 6, 51-45 at the half.

The Clippers duo started clicking in the 3rd. THe Bulls went up by as much as 12 but the 2 superstars started to get hot, especially Kawhi who would have 17 3rd quarter pts while having 4 stls. George whould have 10 pts of his own in the 3rd. Jordan would not get any help offesively for CHicago. MJ tried to fight off the CLippers rally by himself, getting 18 pts in the period. The Bulls hang on to a 2-pt lead heading into the 4th, 84-82.

In the 4th period, the Bulls started strong, and was leading by 7 with over 1 minute to go. The CLippers cut it to 5 with 40 secs to go with 2 FT's from George. On the ensuing play, however, Kerr would hit a 3 off a Jordan double-team and that would be the dagger.

Bulls win 122-114.

Jordan finished with 40 pts, 10 assts. Pippen added 33 and 8 assts. Paul George led the Clippers with 32 pts, 12 in the 4th. Kawhi had 28 pts, 6 stls.

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CHICAGO --It's a 1996 FInals Redo - Shawn Kemp and the Sonics meet Jordan and the Bulls for the first matchup this season.

https://youtu.be/57VMsVyRQOc

It was a slow start for CHicago in the first quarter, falling behind by as much as 9. It was a dunk-filled quarter, however, with multiple alley-oops already by both teams. Not surprising with 2 of the best in-game dunkers of all time in Jordan and Kemp. THe Bulls had a late charge led by MJ, and they trail by just 2 at the end, 26-24.

THe Bulls opened the 2nd quarter led by Pippen and Kukoc, as they grab the lead in the first 3 mins of the game. After a quick timeout, the SOnics regrouped and Payton answered the call. It was back and forth with Pippen and Payton having strong quarters. Jordan then came back from his usual 2ndQ break to break the game open, and Bulls would grab a 9 pt lead going into the hald, 56-47.

Pippen was the high man at the break with 23 pts. Payton had 18

IN the 3rd quarter, Michael Jordan and the Chicago defense happened and they jumped to double-digit leads. THe SOnics would go on a 14-2 run to cut the lead, but Bulls finished strong and led 82-71 going into the 4th. THe Bulls would maintain a comfortable doble digit lead in the 4th and they go on to win 117-104.

POG: Scottie Pippen 38 pts 6 rebs 8 assts, 1 stl 1blk. Jordan added 37 and 3 stls. Rodman had 12 boards.

Payton and Kemp had 27 pts apiece. Kemp would add 15 rebs, 4 off.

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LOS ANGELES - Two of the winningest teams in NBA History clash in LA, the generational GOATs Wilt vs Jordan, '71 Lakers vs '96 Bulls.

#96bulls #wiltchamberlain #michaeljordan #NBA2K21

https://youtu.be/gCui2ksMHh8

THe Bulls struggled early yielding to a 20-12 deficit in the early part of the 1st. Wilt was dominating inside, including the offensive glass, and would have 8 pts and 8 rebs in the period. The Bulls regroup and cut the lead to 4, 26-22, with a strong push from Jordan who would have 14 in the quarter on 7/8 shooting. In the 2nd Q, the Lakers backcourt got going and was able to up the tempo and score. Jordan continued to score, but the Lakers hold them off with a 4 pt halftime lead 56-52.

Wilt living up to his name "CHairman of the Boards" with 13 rebs in the 1st half alone to go along with 13 pts. Jordan, however, was scoring heavly with 25 pts.

In the 3rd quarter, Jordan continued to dominate, and was able to pass to open teammates. Steve Kerr would benefit, scoring 9 in the period to go along with Jordan's 11. Jerry West would conitnue his solid game, scoring on jumpshots and drives to the basket. He kept the Lakers offense going with 12. Bulls take the upper hand in the 3rd however with a more balanced attack and lead 88-83 going into the 4th.

The 4th quarter was all about the Bulls defense and the Lakers offense going cold. CHicago started on a 23-10 run and ran away with the game from then on. Bulls win, 118-99

Jordan was POG with 42 pts 12 assts 3 stls. Pippen added 24, 6 assts, 3 blks. Rodman had 13 boards.

Jerry West carried LA with 36 pts. Wilt Chamberlain finished with 25 pts 21 rebs.

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CHICAGO -- The 2016 Champs try to knock down another 70+ win team, but this time, the opposing team has the GOAT. It's Michael's team vs Lebron's team.

#JordanVsLebron #LebronvsJordan #96Bulls #2016cavs #NBA2K21

https://youtu.be/DCf94LBD8ag

The first quarter was a high scoring one with the Bulls gaining the upper hand 36-34. The Bulls opened the second scoring the first 9 pts, while holding the Cavs scoreless and they go up by double digits. CLeveland regrouped and cut the deficit into 5, and it's 64-59 at the half.

Kyrie Irving was the main offensive man for the Cavs, scoring 19 in the hald. Jordan was his usual self with 20 first half points.

In the thrid quarter, the Bulls seemed to be able to keep a certain distance from the Cavs with solid offensive execution and defense on the other end. While Kyrie continued to produce, LeBron was pretty quiet and a nonfactor thru the 3rd quarter. Bulls go up by 10 heading into the 4th, 95-85.

In the 4th quarter, the Bulls remained ahead and was leading by 12 pts with over 3 mins to go, but LeBron James was not about to quit yet. He got hot late and led the Cavaliers all the way back just trailing by 4 in the last 1:00 of the game. After the lead went back up to 7 after a 3-pointer from Kerr off a Jordan double team, LeBron would counter with a 3 of his own to again cut it the lead to 4 with less than 40 secs to go. Jordan would score in the post against JR SMith on the next play to bring lead back up to 6. Kyrie would miss the 3 on the next play, but Love would grab the rebound and score on a put back PLUS a foul! Lead is 3 with 24 secs left. Chicago would make their FT's however to seal the W, 130-125.

Jordan would finish with 44 pts while Pippen would add 27. Kerr and Kukoc came up bug off the bench for the Bulls, combining for 28 (kerr 17, Kukoc 11) and 11 assts (10 from Kukoc).

Kyrie ended up with 37 pts 8 assts. Lebron would finish with 23

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CHICAGO -- It's the second meeting for the season for these two titans of their eras.

https://youtu.be/srvApABCEKc

The first half was dominated by the Bulls defense. They held a 30-22 advantage after the 1st and grew it to a 12 pt lead at the half, 58-46. Bulls bench provided an early boost with 18 first half pts, led by Kukoc and Kerr.

Jordan had 19 first half points. Kobe had 14. THe Bulls were able to "limit" Shaq to 10.

THe Lakers started to make a run in the 3rd quarter, going on a 10-2 run. SHaq would be a perfect 5/5 from the field yielding 11 3rd quarter pts. Jordan was able to keep them at bay. He faced constant double teams but was able to dish out to open teammates. Chicago lead is 7 going into the 4th, 87-80.

In the 4th quarter, Kobe Bryant started to take over. He would have 16 4th quarter pts. Derek Fisher was also big with 2 3pters and 10 pts. Pippen, on the other hand, was able to provide the lift for the Bulls with 13pts of his own while MJ took a 4 min rest. It was just a tied ballgame with just 1 minute remaining. The Bulls would make some key defensive stops in the final seconds, while Jordan took care of the offense. Kobe, despite a brilliant 4thQ, would miss 2 key shots down the stretch and the Bulls would hold on to win, 118-115.

Jordan would finish with 40 pts 5 rebs 12 assts. Kobe would match him with 38 pts, 6 assts 2 stls.

Shaq had 28 pts 16 rebs. Pippen also had 28. Rodman had 10 rebs 11 assts.

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CHICAGO STADIUM --Which Chicago team was better? the '93 Champs or the '96 Champs? One way to find out was to play them against each other. Jordan93 vs Jordan96. Who do you have?

https://youtu.be/UTtWQK_0nrc

Jordan96 got off to a hot start hitting his first 8 shots and the 96Bulls led by as much as 10 in the first period. 96bulls take a 28-21 advantage after one.

Pippen continued the Bulls momentum inot the second quarter where they led by as much as 12 it was 64-53 going into the half.

The 96Bulls went on a 15-9 run to start the period and their lead would balloon to 17. Jordan93 would explode in the 3rd however, scoring 23pts in the period alone, to keep 93Bulls within striking distance. It's 89-80 headed to the final quarter.

The 93Bulls rally continued in the 4th quarter as the home team managed to cut the lead to 4 midway. Jordan93 again led the way with 14pts in the period. With Jordan96 facing double teams, Steve Kerr would step up hit his open shots. He hit 2 key 3-pointers in the game to keep 96Bulls up. Jordan would not quit and lead the 93Bulls back to within 4 with less than a minute to go, but they would run out of time and Kerr would hit key FTs and the 96Bulls would hang on to win, 118-110.

Jordan96 finished with 45 pts, while Pippen96 had 25. Kerr was the X-factor, as he scored 22 off the bench, including 15 in the crucial 4thQ, hitting 4 3pters and 6/6fts.

Jordan93 would lead all scorers with 51 pts. Pippen93 added 22 while Armstrong added 11.

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LeBron from any era is overrated. This series proves it.