The 2000-01 Chicago Bulls season was a period of growth and development for one of the youngest rosters in NBA history. Second-year forward Elton Brand emerged as a premier talent, leading the team with a double-double average of 20.1 points and 10.1 rebounds per game, while Ron Mercer and Ron Artest provided strong scoring and defensive support. Despite a challenging 15-67 record, the team remained a major draw for fans, finishing second in the league in home attendance, and showed flashes of potential with exciting victories over teams like the Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks.