24. Chicago Bulls – 2012
The Bulls are one of the NBA’s greatest franchises. Many fans around the world follow the sport because of Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. However, the team suffered a severe decline in the following decade. Their 2012 defeat in the playoffs was endemic to their downturn.

They won the first game of their series against the 76ers. But Derrick Rose tore his ACL and they lost 4-2 over six games. However, this was a major shock because Philly carried eight-seed status into the tie. They overcame the odds to send the Bulls spiraling (via Clutchpoints).