Michael Jordan holds every Chicago Bulls scoring record. However, two other players in Bulls history have done things Jordan has accomplished.

Michael Jordan had a dominant run with the Chicago Bulls. He won six championships, six Finals MVPs, five regular-season MVPs, and 10 scoring titles. MJ is widely regarded as the greatest player in NBA history.

Jordan holds every single Bulls scoring record. However, two other players in Chicago history have done things His Airness accomplished.

From Jordan to Jimmy Butler, let’s take a look at the highest-scoring individual games in Bulls history.

20. Michael Jordan – 52 Points (February 26, 1988)

The Chicago Bulls lost to the Portland Trail Blazers on February 26, 1988. However, Michael Jordan did all he could.

MJ finished with 52 points in 43 minutes while shooting 21-of-34 from the field and 10-of-12 from the free-throw line.

The Bulls lost to the Blazers by a final score of 104-96. Along with his 52 points, Jordan also put up eight rebounds, three assists, two steals and three blocks.

19. Jimmy Butler – 52 Points (January 2, 2017)

January 2, 2017, was a special night for Jimmy Butler. His Chicago Bulls beat the Charlotte Hornets at the United Center and Butler had a monster night.

In 38 minutes against the Hornets, Butler scored 52 points while shooting 15-of-24 from the field, 1-of-4 from beyond the arc, and 21-of-22 from the free-throw line.

Jimmy Buckets also grabbed 12 rebounds and dished out six assists in the Bulls’ 118-111 victory.

18. Michael Jordan – 52 Points (December 17, 1987)

Michael Jordan torched the Cleveland Cavaliers for 52 points on December 17, 1987. His Airness shot 20-of-31 from the field and 12-of-12 from the free-throw line in 41 minutes.

The Bulls beat the Cavaliers by a final score of 111-100 thanks to Jordan, who also had three rebounds, six assists, and four steals.

Jordan didn’t shoot any 3-pointers against the Cavaliers, making his 52 points even more impressive.

17. Michael Jordan – 53 Points (March 7, 1996)

The Chicago Bulls hosted the Detroit Pistons on March 7, 1996. Michael Jordan finished with 53 points while shooting 21-of-28 from the field, 2-of-4 from beyond the arc and 9-of-10 from the free-throw line.

The Bulls destroyed the Pistons by a final score of 102-81. Jordan had 11 rebounds and six steals to go along with his 53 points.

Chicago went 72-10 during the 1995-96 season. Jordan won his fourth MVP Award, fourth championship, and fourth Finals MVP that year.

16. Michael Jordan – 53 Points (January 21, 1989)

The Chicago Bulls lost to the Phoenix Suns on January 21, 1989. However, no one blamed Michael Jordan for the loss.

In 41 minutes against the Suns, Jordan dropped 53 points while shooting 20-of-28 from the floor and 13-of-15 from the free-throw line. MJ also had 14 rebounds and eight assists.

The Bulls fell to the Suns by a final score of 116-107, but the Chicago fans who were at the game were treated to a great performance.

15. Michael Jordan – 53 Points (April 12, 1987)

The Chicago Bulls crushed the Indiana Pacers on April 12, 1987, with Michael Jordan scoring 53 points in 42 minutes. Air Jordan shot 19-of-27 from the field and 15-of-18 from the fou line.

The Bulls beat the Pacers by a final score of 116-95.

Jordan finished with 53 points, four rebounds, eight assists, and four steals against the Pacers.

14. Michael Jordan – 53 Points (January 8, 1987)

The Chicago Bulls hosted the Portland Trail Blazers on January 8, 1987. Michael Jordan scored 53 points again. This time, His Airness shot 20-of-34 from the field and 13-of-16 from the free-throw line.

The Bulls defeated the Blazers by a final score of 121-117.

Jordan finished with a stat line of 53 points, four rebounds, five assists, and three steals in 43 minutes.

13. Jimmy Butler – 53 Points (January 14, 2016)

The Chicago Bulls faced the Philadelphia 76ers on the road on January 14, 2016. Jimmy Butler led the team to victory by scoring 53 points in 49 minutes. Butler shot 15-of-30 from the field, 2-of-4 from beyond the arc, and 21-of-25 from the free-throw line.

The Bulls beat the Sixers by a final score of 115-111.

Butler’s final stat line of the game was 53 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, and three steals.

12. Michael Jordan – 54 Points (November 20, 1992)

The Chicago Bulls suffered a tough overtime loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on November 20, 1992. The Bulls lost 120-118 despite getting 54 points from Michael Jordan.

MJ shot 21-of-39 from the field, 1-of-2 from beyond the arc, and 11-of-14 from the free-throw line against the Lakers in 47 minutes.

Jordan finished with 54 points, 13 rebounds, seven assists and three blocks.

11. Michael Jordan – 54 Points (November 3, 1989)

The Chicago Bulls opened the 1989-1990 season with a 124-119 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Michael Jordan started the season off with a bang, scoring 54 points in 47 minutes.

The Bulls beat the Cavaliers in overtime. Jordan shot 19-of-31 from the field, 1-of-2 from beyond the arc, and 15-of-17 from the free-throw line.

MJ finished with 54 points, 14 rebounds, six assists and three steals.

10. Michael Jordan – 55 Points (March 28, 1995)

Michael Jordan returned to the NBA in March 1995 after not playing in the NBA during the 1993-94 season. In his fifth game back, Jordan put on a legendary performance against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

Wearing No. 45, Jordan scored 55 points versus the Knicks while shooting 21-of-37 from the field, 3-of-4 from beyond the arc, and 10-of-11 from the free-throw line.

MJ’s “Double Nickel” game is one of the most famous contests in NBA history.

9. Chet Walker – 54 Points (February 6, 1972)

Hall of Famer Chet Walker scored 54 points on February 6, 1972, against the Cincinnati Royals. The Chicago Bulls beat the Royals by a final score of 119-94 thanks to Walker’s incredible game.

Walker shot 22-of-30 from the field and 12-of-13 from the free-throw line in 36 minutes.

Walker was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2012. He finished his career with averages of 18.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists.

8. Michael Jordan – 56 Points (March 24, 1987)

Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls defeated the Philadelphia 76ers on March 24, 1987. MJ finished with 56 points while shooting 22-of-32 from the field and 12-of-15 from the free-throw line.

The Bulls beat the Sixers by a final score of 93-91.

Jordan finished with 56 points, seven rebounds, three assists, and eight steals in 44 minutes.

7. Michael Jordan – 57 Points (December 23, 1992)

The Chicago Bulls hosted the Washington Bullets on December 23, 1992. Michael Jordan played 42 minutes and scored 57 points while shooting 22-of-37 from the field, 6-of-8 from beyond the arc, and 7-of-8 from the free-throw line.

Behind Jordan, the Bulls beat the Bullets by a final score of 107-98.

Jordan finished with 57 points, two rebounds, 10 assists and three steals.

6. Michael Jordan – 58 Points (February 26, 1987)

The Chicago Bulls blew out the New Jersey Nets on February 26, 1987, by a final score of 128-113. Michael Jordan led the way with 58 points while shooting 16-of-25 from the field and 26-of-27 from the free-throw line.

Jordan finished with 58 points, eight rebounds, three assists and three steals.

It was just another night at the office for His Airness.

5. Michael Jordan – 59 Points (April 3, 1988)

Against the team he hated the most, Michael Jordan dropped 59 points against the Detroit Pistons on April 3, 1988. He shot 21-of-27 from the field and 17-of-19 from the free-throw line.

Behind Jordan, the Chicago Bulls beat the Pistons by two points, 112-110.

Jordan finished with 59 points, four rebounds, six assists, and two steals in 42 minutes.

4. Michael Jordan – 61 Points (April 16, 1987)

The Chicago Bulls lost a tough game to the Atlanta Hawks on April 16, 1987. Michael Jordan did all he could to lead the Bulls to a win. He scored 61 points while shooting 22-of-38 from the field and 17-of-21 from the free-throw line.

The Bulls fell to the Hawks by a final score of 117-114.

Jordan finished with 61 points, 10 rebounds, and four steals in 41 minutes.

3. Michael Jordan – 61 Points (March 4, 1987)

The Chicago Bulls beat the Detroit Pistons on March 4, 1987. Michael Jordan scored 61 points in 43 minutes while shooting 22-of-39 from the field and 17-of-18 from the free-throw line.

The Bulls defeated the Pistons, 125-120.

Jordan finished with 61 points, seven rebounds, three assists and three steals.

2. Michael Jordan – 64 Points (January 16, 1993)

The Chicago Bulls lost a home game to the Orlando Magic on January 16, 1993, despite getting 64 points from Michael Jordan. MJ shot 27-of-49 from the field, 1-of-5 from beyond the arc, and 9-of-11 from the free-throw line.

The Bulls fell to the Magic by a final score of 128-124.

Jordan put up 64 points, six rebounds, one assist, and five steals.

1. Michael Jordan – 69 Points (March 28, 1990)

The best scoring game in Chicago Bulls history came on March 28, 1990. Against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Michael Jordan exploded for 69 points while shooting 23-of-37 from the field, 2-of-6 from beyond the arc, and 21-of-23 from the free-throw line.

The Bulls beat the Cavaliers in overtime by a final score of 117-113.

Jordan finished with 69 points, 18 rebounds, six assists, four steals and one block in 50 minutes.