On this date in 1992: Chicago Bulls help raise more than $500,000 in a charity game for Hurricane Andrew victims

The Chicago Bulls and the Miami Heat stepped up in a huge way to help the people in need

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On October 19, 1992, the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat faced off in a charity game to raise money for victims of Hurricane Andrew. The game was a huge success, raising more than $500,000 for those affected by the devastating hurricane. This was a fantastic show of support from the basketball community that helped provide much-needed relief for those affected by the hurricane.

Disastrous calamity

Hurricane Andrew struck South Florida in August of 1992, causing devastation across the entire region. The hurricane caused massive damage to homes and businesses and left many people homeless and without necessities. It was a Category 5 hurricane that impacted the Bahamas, Florida, and Louisiana. In all, Hurricane Andrew destroyed more than 63,000 homes, caused more than $27 billion in damage, and killed 65 people.

The NBA cares

In the aftermath of Hurricane Andrew, the basketball community rallied to support those affected by the disaster. On October 19, 1992, the Chicago Bulls and Miami Heat played a charity game to raise money for hurricane relief. The game was held at the Miami Arena and featured some of the NBA's biggest stars, including Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, and Alonzo Mourning.

The Bulls emerged with the win, 111-94. Jordan and Horace Grant had 15 points each to pace Chicago, which zoomed off to a 20-point lead in the first half and stayed in front of the Heat for the rest of the game. Sharpshooter Glen Rice had 21 points, while then-rookie Harold Miner added 15 points. Jordan was also generous with his time, conducting a basketball camp for 12,000 children.

Time and time again, the NBA has shown that it cares about its communities and is willing to support those in need. The charity game between the Bulls and Heat was just one example. In recent years, the NBA has continued to support causes related to Hurricane relief, social justice, and more.