The Chicago Bulls are finalizing a deal to hire Tiago Splitter as the franchise's new head coach, according to sources via ESPN. Splitter will succeed Billy Donovan, taking over the leadership role for a Bulls team looking to recalibrate its direction in the Eastern Conference.
Splitter arrives in Chicago after a successful stint as the interim head coach for the Portland Trail Blazers. He gained league-wide attention last season for his performance after stepping into the head job in Portland, where he was praised for his tactical adjustments and player development under challenging circumstances. Before his coaching career, Splitter was a prominent NBA player, most notably winning a championship with the San Antonio Spurs in 2014.
The decision to move on from Billy Donovan marks a significant shift for the Bulls organization. Donovan had been with the franchise since 2020, but the front office has opted for a fresh perspective in Splitter. The Bulls' management is expected to finalize the remaining details of the contract shortly as they prepare for the upcoming NBA season and draft.
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