Top 5 Power Forwards In Chicago Bulls History

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Chicago Bulls: Top 5 Power Forwards In Team History

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When you think of the Chicago Bulls, you can’t help but think of members like Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen and Phil Jackson. Well there are some other players, especially in the power forward role, that contributed to the rich history in Chicago. Check out the top five power forwards in Bulls’ history.

5. Mickey Johnson

Mickey Johnson
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5. Mickey Johnson

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Mickey Johnson was a capable scorer for the Chicago Bulls from 1974-79. His averages of 15.2 points and 8.4 rebounds per game in four seasons helped the Bulls reach the Western Conference Finals once.

4. Charles Oakley

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4. Charles Oakley

Charles Oakley
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The epitome of toughness and grit in the NBA was Charles Oakley. He entered the NBA with Chicago, but his time there only lasted four seasons. He put up 10.6 points and 10.6 rebounds per game and made the All-Rookie First Team.

3. Horace Grant

Chicago Bulls: Horace Grant and Michael Jordan
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3. Horace Grant

Chicago Bulls: Horace Grant and Michael Jordan
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As one of the integral parts of the Bulls’ early championship teams, Horace Grant was an interior force. While averaging of 12.6 points and 8.6 rebounds, Grant collected three titles and one All-Star Game selection.

2. Elton Brand

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2. Elton Brand

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The Chicago Bulls chose Elton Brand as their No. 1 draft pick in 1999. Brand was the hope of the franchise, but they didn’t improve and he was traded sooner than expected. His short career in Chicago yielded an average of 20.1 points and 10 rebounds per game. He also won the NBA Rookie of the Year award.

1. Dennis Rodman

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1. Dennis Rodman

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Dennis Rodman may be remembered more for his antics off the court than on, but there’s no denying the impact he had on Chicago’s success. He was a big part of the historic 72-win season for the Bulls, led the league in rebounding in his last year with the team and won three championships alongside Michael Jordan. Rodman is seen as one of the greatest rebounders in the history of the game.

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