Retiring a number is the highest honor a franchise can give, a way of saying that what this person did here can never be replicated. The Chicago Bulls have reserved that honor for a very select few, and every one of them earned it.
#1 - Derrick Rose (retired 2026)
Derrick Rose wore number 1 like a promise, and for a brilliant stretch of seasons he delivered on every bit of it. He became the youngest MVP in NBA history, a distinction that belongs to him alone, and he did it by playing with a fearless, explosive joy that made the United Center feel electric on any given night. Chicago embraced him as a hometown son, and his number hangs in the rafters as a tribute to that special connection between a player and his city.
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#23 - Michael Jordan (retired 1994) (Hall of Fame)
There is simply no player in basketball history who meant more to a franchise than Michael Jordan meant to the Chicago Bulls. He led the team to six NBA championships across two three-peats and captured five MVP awards during his time in Chicago, cementing a legacy that made the Bulls one of the most recognized sports brands on earth. Retiring number 23 was not just an honor, it was a necessity, because no one who pulls on a Bulls uniform should ever have to carry the weight of that number.
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#33 - Scottie Pippen (retired 2005) (Hall of Fame)
Scottie Pippen was the indispensable partner in one of the greatest dynasties the NBA has ever seen, a six-time champion whose versatility and toughness made everything the Bulls did possible. He was widely regarded as one of the best perimeter defenders of his era, capable of guarding every position on the floor while still contributing as a playmaker and scorer. Number 33 hangs in the United Center as a reminder that championships are built on teammates, and Pippen was one of the very best.
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The Complete List of Chicago Bulls Retired Numbers
Every number the Chicago Bulls have officially retired, in order, with career totals and Hall of Famers marked.
| Number | Player | Retired | Career Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Derrick Rose | 2026 | — |
| #4 | Jerry Sloan | 1978 | — |
| #10 | Bob Love | 1994 | — |
| #23 | Michael Jordan (Hall of Fame) | 1994 | — |
| #33 | Scottie Pippen (Hall of Fame) | 2005 | — |
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