At a Glance
- Tipoff never happened after condensation coated the United Center floor
- Teams waited almost two hours before officials called the game off
- No makeup date set; Heat not due back in Chicago this season
- Why it matters: Fans face calendar chaos and ticket uncertainty as the league scrambles to reschedule
A rare NBA postponement hit Chicago on Thursday night when the Bulls and Miami Heat were sent home after arena staff failed to tame a slick court caused by muggy weather.
What Went Wrong
Above-average temperatures and high humidity turned the United Center into a sauna. Moisture condensed on the hardwood, making play unsafe even after repeated wipe-downs.
Arena crews worked frantically while players retreated to locker rooms. After nearly two hours, officials postponed the contest outright.
The Scheduling Fallout
The Heat’s remaining visits to Chicago this season:
- January 30 – in Miami
- February 1 – in Miami
With no future trips scheduled, the league must wedge the makeup game into an already packed calendar.
Bulls statement:
> Tickets for the postponed game will be honored once the new date is announced.
Key Takeaways
- Condensation delays in NBA arenas are extremely uncommon
- Fans must hold their tickets and wait for a rescheduling notice
- The Bulls and Heat still meet twice, but both games are in Miami
League officials now face the tricky task of finding a fresh slot without overloading either team’s travel schedule.
