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Bulls Aim to Retain Head Coach Billy Donovan
Chicago's front office signals desire to keep Donovan in place despite front office shakeup.
Apr. 6, 2026 at 7:51pm
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The Bulls' commitment to retaining head coach Billy Donovan reflects a desire for stability amid front office changes.Chicago TodayThe Chicago Bulls are reportedly committed to retaining head coach Billy Donovan for the foreseeable future, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. This comes after the team recently fired their Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager, signaling a potential shift in the franchise's leadership.
Why it matters
Donovan has been credited with helping the Bulls return to playoff contention in the Eastern Conference, and the team's desire to keep him suggests they view him as a key part of their long-term plans despite the recent front office changes.
The details
Charania reported that the Bulls' new leadership wants Donovan to remain as head coach as long as he is interested in staying in Chicago. Donovan has two years remaining on his current contract with the team.
- The Bulls fired their EVP of Basketball Operations and GM in April 2026.
The players
Billy Donovan
The current head coach of the Chicago Bulls, who has helped guide the team back to playoff contention in the Eastern Conference.
Shams Charania
An NBA insider and reporter who provided the update on the Bulls' plans to retain Donovan as head coach.
What they’re saying
“My understanding is the Bulls want to keep [Billy Donovan] as long as he wants to be there, in Chicago.”
— Shams Charania, NBA Insider
What’s next
The Bulls will need to finalize their front office leadership before determining the long-term future of head coach Billy Donovan.
The takeaway
Despite a recent front office shakeup, the Chicago Bulls appear committed to maintaining stability on the coaching staff by retaining head coach Billy Donovan, who has helped the team return to playoff contention.
