Summary
The Chicago Bulls recently made changes by letting go of top executives but hope to keep head coach Billy Donovan. If Donovan decides not to stay, Tom Thibodeau, who has a successful history with the Bulls, is a potential replacement for the coaching position.
Key Facts
- The Chicago Bulls fired executive vice president Artūras Karnišovas and general manager Marc Eversley.
- Bulls president Michael Reinsdorf wants to keep Billy Donovan as the head coach.
- Tom Thibodeau, a former Bulls coach, is considered a potential replacement if Donovan leaves.
- Thibodeau coached the Bulls from 2010 to 2015 and led them to the playoffs each year.
- He also led the team to the Eastern Conference Finals during his first season with them.
- Thibodeau previously coached the New York Knicks, leading them to the Eastern Conference Finals last year.
- There is some resistance among fans to re-hire Thibodeau, but his past success makes him a strong candidate.
