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

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

Why does the Chicago Bulls vs Charlotte Hornets gap exist?

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

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Chicago Bulls vs Charlotte Hornets

Which team costs more to watch?

NBA

Chicago Bulls

$121

/mo

3 services · $1089/yr

Cheaper

NBA

Charlotte Hornets

$121

/mo

3 services · $1089/yr

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

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

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

League context

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