Chicago Bulls' Championship Banners Removed After Concert Damage

Pyrotechnics during a concert at the United Center caused heat damage to the banners, which will not return until next season.

The Chicago Bulls' six NBA championship banners were damaged during a concert featuring heavy metal bands, including local headliner Disturbed, at the United Center.
The damage was caused by pyrotechnics used during the concert, which generated heat that affected the bottom halves of the banners.
United Center staff discovered the damage after the event and removed the banners for repairs, stating they will not be reinstalled until the 2025-26 NBA season.
Other banners and retired jersey numbers hanging in the rafters were not affected by the incident.
The Bulls have experienced a rare bright spot this season, winning four consecutive games, though they remain 10th in the Eastern Conference standings.