Bulls Pursue New Basketball Operations Chief While Vowing to Keep Billy Donovan

The Chicago Bulls recently initiated a comprehensive search for their new head of basketball operations, following the April 6 dismissals of Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley. This leadership change comes after a six-year period under the prior front office that produced just one playoff appearance for the team.

The Bulls have secured permission to interview five individuals for the critical leadership position. These candidates include Matt Lloyd, General Manager for the Minnesota Timberwolves; Dennis Lindsey, Senior Vice President for the Detroit Pistons; Bryson Graham, Senior Vice President for the Atlanta Hawks; Mike Gansey, General Manager for the Cleveland Cavaliers; and Dave Telep, Assistant General Manager for the San Antonio Spurs.

A non-negotiable condition for any prospective hire is full support for current head coach Billy Donovan's retention. Bulls ownership has clarified that candidates must commit to keeping Donovan, citing his credentials as a Hall of Fame coach with multiple college championships and deep playoff experience in the NBA. This directive positions Donovan's continuity as a foundational element for the incoming executive.

This strategic move signals a clear intent to reset the front office direction while maintaining coaching stability. The organization seeks an executive who can align with the existing coaching structure to build a more competitive roster. The ongoing interview process will determine the new leadership tasked with improving the team's on-court results.