10 Reasons Why The Last Dance On Netflix Is Unmissable

The Bulls didn't have it all their own way, no matter how tempting it is to remember it all romantically. Before becoming *THE* team in the 1990s, they had to overcome the 1980s Detroit Pistons. And the series does a great job of selling the pain and the fury of that rivalry.

The Pistons rough, physical and sometimes violent style led to them being branded The Bad Boys, a name they cherished. The Pistons included all-star point guard Isiah Thomas, the unashamed bully Bill Laimbeer and future Chicago Bull Dennis Rodman.

The fourth episode showcases the Bulls struggles against the Pistons who refused to be beaten by Michael Jordan, essentially double teaming him every single time he touched the ball. This led to a re-adjusting of the Bulls strategy and a hefty gym routine for Michael.

Jordan and the Bulls eventually get the better of the Pistons sweeping them in the 1991 Eastern Conference Finals. This victory leads to the now infamous Pistons exit from the court. The saw the reigning NBA Champions sneak off before the clock was up and refusing to shake the hands of the Chicago.

Thus, handing over the torch to a new dynasty and immortalising The Bad Boys nickname in the process. Michael Jordan still considers this team one of the most fierce he ever competed against and he still hates them.