Chicago Bulls Playoffs 2027
Chicago Bulls 2027 playoff page. The Bulls are 0-0, 1st in the Central with a 0 point differential. If the season ended today they would be the No. 5 seed in the East (top six, magic number 83).
Next up: away at the Toronto Raptors (0-0) on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.000 record, including 14 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Bulls Playoff Outlook
Next game
at 
Toronto Raptors (0-0)
What it takes
Magic number 83: any combination of Bulls wins and New York Knicks losses adding up to 83 clinches a berth.
Remaining schedule
23 games left · opponents’ record 0.000 · 14 vs current playoff teams
Central Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicago Bulls | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 2 |  Cleveland Cavaliers | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 3 |  Detroit Pistons | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 4 |  Indiana Pacers | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 5 |  Milwaukee Bucks | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
Projected Path to NBA Finals
- First Round: at #4 Charlotte Hornets
- Semis: likely at #1 Atlanta Hawks
- Conf. Finals: East title game, higher seed hosts
- NBA Finals: Home arena of the team with the better record, Jun 3, 2027
Season Trend
Bulls Playoff Push: 2026-27 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Raptors | 0-0 | ||
| 2 | at Bucks #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 3 | vs  Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 4 | at  Celtics #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 5 | vs  Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 6 | at Celtics #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 7 | at  76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 8 | at Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 9 | vs 76ers | 0-0 | ||
| 10 | vs  Spurs | 0-0 | ||
| 11 | vs  Hawks #1 | 0-0 | ||
| 12 | at  Timberwolves #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 13 | at Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 14 | at  Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 15 | vs Wizards | 0-0 | ||
| 16 | vs  Nuggets #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 17 | vs Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 18 | at  Hornets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 19 | vs Pacers #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 20 | vs Knicks | 0-0 | ||
| 21 | vs Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 22 | vs  Rockets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 23 | vs  Heat #9 | 0-0 |
This Chicago Bulls playoffs page refreshes after every Bulls game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the East playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Chicago Bulls playoffs FAQ
Are the Chicago Bulls in the 2027 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 5 seed in the East, with a magic number of 83 to clinch.
What seed would the Bulls be?
No. 5 in the East (top six).
Who leads the Central?
Chicago Bulls (0-0), which is the Bulls themselves.
When is the next Bulls game?
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM EDT, away at the Toronto Raptors.
How hard is the Bulls remaining schedule?
23 games left against opponents with a combined 0.000 record; 14 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Bulls clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Central, or finish with one of the five best records among East non-division-winners. Current magic number: 83.
What is the Bulls record at home and on the road?
0-0 at home, 0-0 away; 0-0 in the division and 0-0 in the conference.