April 21, 2022
The Chicago Bulls may not have the same championship buzz as Boston or Los Angeles heading into 2025-26, but don’t let that fool you: demand for Chicago Bulls tickets at the United Center is still strong. Between matchups with top-tier contenders, old-school rivalries, and the chance to see some of the league’s brightest stars, the Bulls’ home slate this year offers plenty of reasons for fans to pack the Madhouse on Madison.
Cheapest Bulls Games in 2025-26
If you’re looking for a way into the United Center without breaking the bank, there are several budget-friendly options on the secondary market this season.
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Bulls vs. Trail Blazers (Feb 26): Just $34 to get in — the cheapest regular season game of the year.
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Bulls vs. Jazz (Jan 14): Also a great value at $39.
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Bulls vs. Nets (Dec 3): Starts at $39, making it one of the better deals in December.
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Bulls vs. Raptors (Feb 19): From $38, another affordable winter matchup.
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Bulls vs. Hornets (Feb 24): Available from $36, perfect for families or casual fans.
With a handful of games priced under $40, the Bulls are one of the more accessible tickets in a major market this season.
Most Expensive Bulls Games of the Season
On the flip side, the most in-demand nights at the United Center are commanding premium prices, especially when big-market rivals and championship contenders come to town.
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Bulls vs. Celtics (Jan 24): The priciest home game of the season at $355+. Boston fans always travel, and this midseason clash is shaping up to be one of the hottest tickets in the NBA.
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Bulls vs. Lakers (Jan 26): Not far behind, starting at $224. With Luka Dončić now in purple and gold, Lakers road games are among the league’s hottest ticket.
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Bulls vs. Warriors (Dec 7): Steph Curry’s lone Chicago stop drives prices up to $194+.
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Bulls vs. Bucks (Dec 27): A Midwest rivalry with playoff implications, starting at $145.
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Bulls vs. Mavericks (Jan 10): From $136, still drawing major attention with the addition of Cooper Flagg
These marquee nights not only bring the stars, but also a playoff-like buzz to the United Center crowd.
Key Rivalry Games
Few NBA franchises have rivalries as rich as the Bulls, and 2025-26 delivers plenty of them.
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Bulls vs. Pistons (Oct 22, Feb 21): Old-school NBA fans still remember when Chicago-Detroit defined the Eastern Conference. Tickets start from $62 and $92 respectively.
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Bulls vs. Bucks (Dec 27, Mar 1): Giannis Antetokounmpo and Milwaukee are still Chicago’s most relevant Central Division rival. Expect high energy and high demand.
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Bulls vs. Knicks (Oct 31, Feb 22): Always a big draw at the Garden and the United Center. Prices start at $139 in October and $123 in February.
Even if these rivalries don’t always decide conference championships anymore, they still bring out some of the best atmospheres of the season.
Spotlight Matchups
Beyond the obvious rivals, a few other games stand out on the Bulls’ home slate:
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Bulls vs. 76ers (Nov 4, Dec 26): Joel Embiid and Philadelphia come to town twice, with tickets starting at $56 and $98.
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Bulls vs. Nuggets (Feb 7): Nikola Jokić's lone visit to Chicago. Tickets from $132.
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Bulls vs. Suns (Apr 5): A late-season test against Devin Booker's squad, starting at $59.
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Bulls vs. Thunder (Mar 3): Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads one of the NBA’s defending champions for a single visit to Chi-City, with tickets from $75.
These games may not be the most expensive, but they offer the chance to see the league’s elite in action without Celtics- or Lakers-level prices.
The United Center Experience
Part of the demand for Bulls tickets goes beyond the game itself. The United Center remains one of the NBA’s premier venues, known for its sightlines, history, and of course, the statue of Michael Jordan greeting fans outside. With a capacity of over 20,000, it’s the league’s largest arena — but that doesn’t mean big games are easy to get into.
Factor in Chicago’s deep-rooted basketball culture and the city’s reputation as one of the best sports towns in America, and it’s no surprise demand remains strong across the schedule.
Ticket Market Takeaways
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Cheapest Games: February 26 vs. Blazers ($34) and January 14 vs. Jazz ($39).
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Most Expensive Game: January 24 vs. Celtics ($355+).
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Best Value Marquee Game: Thunder (Mar 3, from $75)
Overall, Chicago sits in a middle ground compared to other major NBA markets. Prices aren’t as consistently high as in New York, Boston, or Los Angeles, but when big opponents arrive, the United Center still ranks among the most expensive stops in the league.
Final Word
The Bulls may still be in the middle of their rebuild, but fans in Chicago aren’t taking nights off. Whether it’s the Celtics driving sky-high demand in January, a classic Bulls-Lakers showdown, or a bargain night against the Hornets or Blazers, the 2025-26 schedule offers plenty of options for every budget.
One thing’s for sure: no matter the opponent, the United Center remains one of the NBA’s most electric venues. For Bulls fans, there’s nothing like it.
