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[Saba Sports News] During the Chicago Bulls’ Ring of Honor ceremony, fans faced widespread criticism for their conduct. The ceremony, which celebrated the inaugural 2024 class of former franchise greats, was marred by an incident involving the late Jerry Krause, the team’s former general manager. Despite the absence of Scottie Pippen and Michael Jordan, the event was attended by Thelma Krause, Jerry’s widow.
The controversy arose when Jerry Krause was featured on screen during the halftime event at the Bulls-Golden State Warriors game. Bulls fans responded with boos, visibly upsetting Thelma Krause. This reaction was widely condemned as disrespectful and classless, with Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, a former Bulls player, labeling it as “absolutely shameful.”
Jerry Krause, who passed away in 2017, was a pivotal figure in building the Bulls’ six-championship dynasty and won the Executive of the Year Award twice. However, he has also faced criticism for his role in disbanding the team. His negative portrayal in the Michael Jordan-produced documentary “The Last Dance” has significantly shaped public perception, likely contributing to the unfavorable reaction during the Ring of Honor ceremony.