Which team is cheaper to watch: Charlotte Hornets or Chicago Bulls?

Charlotte Hornets and Chicago Bulls are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the Charlotte Hornets vs Chicago Bulls gap exist?

Chicago Bulls typically needs 3 services versus 3 for Charlotte Hornets, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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Charlotte Hornets vs Chicago Bulls

Which team costs more to watch?

NBA

Charlotte Hornets

$121

/mo

3 services · $1089/yr

Cheaper

NBA

Chicago Bulls

$121

/mo

3 services · $1089/yr

It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Chicago Bulls usually asks for 3 services versus 3 for Charlotte Hornets. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

Charlotte Hornets ranks #5 in NBA and sits $3 above the league average. Chicago Bulls ranks #6 in NBA and sits $3 above the league average.

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How we checked the math

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: CHARLOTTE for Charlotte Hornets and CHICAGO for Chicago Bulls.
The gap reflects monthly price and service count, so similar headline prices can still hide setup complexity.
Use the calculator if you follow both teams or live outside either home market.