Overview
- After nearly two hours of delays and repeated drying attempts, the NBA announced the postponement at 8:53 p.m.
- Game officials said players from both teams reported a 'really slippery' floor; crew chief Sean Wright inspected the court and notified the Replay Center before the decision.
- United Center staff used mops, towels and boosted air conditioning, but visible wet spots persisted and player safety could not be guaranteed.
- The Bulls said tickets will be honored for the rescheduled game, which remains TBD as a Blackhawks home date and Miami’s weekend road back-to-back complicate timing.
- Warm, rainy weather and elevated indoor humidity, combined with the arena’s ice surface, were cited in reports as driving the condensation; fans booed as the postponement was announced and Erik Spoelstra emphasized safety.