🏈 NFL BOMBSHELL: Elon Musk Issues Ultimatum to Chicago Bulls — Threatens to “Ban” Entire City of Chicago from Buying Teslas
Chicago, IL – May 20, 2025
In a stunning move that’s shaking both the sports and tech worlds, billionaire Elon Musk has lashed out at the legendary basketball team, the Chicago Bulls, for refusing to partner with Tesla in a new electric vehicle marketing campaign. And his response? Absolutely fiery.
“If the Chicago Bulls don’t sign with Tesla within the next 30 days, I will ban all Bulls players—and the entire city of Chicago—from buying any Tesla vehicles. No Model S, no Cybertruck, nothing,” Musk posted on X (formerly Twitter).
🏀 Why the Bulls?
According to insiders, Tesla has been looking to expand its marketing reach into the world of sports, especially the NBA, to connect with younger fans. Elon Musk reportedly made a direct offer to the Chicago Bulls—a multi-million dollar deal involving Tesla vehicles featured in the arena, players acting as brand ambassadors, and a custom EV charging station at United Center.
However, Bulls management allegedly turned down the proposal, citing existing partnerships with other energy and transport companies.
⚡️ Reaction from Chicago and the Sports World
The internet exploded immediately. From Tesla fanatics to diehard Bulls supporters, everyone is buzzing about Musk’s bold ultimatum.
“This city can live without Tesla, but not without the Bulls,” one user posted on X. Another Tesla fan clapped back, “Elon Musk is protecting his brand—if the Bulls can’t appreciate that, it’s their loss.”
🧠 What the Experts Say
Marketing experts suggest this might be another classic “Musk-style” publicity stunt, but if he actually follows through, it could set a dangerous precedent in the intersection of corporate power and consumer access.
“A private company banning an entire city from buying its products over a failed business deal? This is a new era where branding and personal influence are deeply entangled,” said Professor Mark Ellison from the University of Chicago.
