Five Potential GM Candidates for Chicago Bulls

The Bulls are searching for a new general manager after parting ways with Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:07am

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The Chicago Bulls have shaken up their front office, parting ways with executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley. The team is now searching for new leadership, with potential candidates including Timberwolves GM Matt Lloyd, Hawks assistant GM Kyle Korver, Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr., former Hawks GM Landry Fields, and CAA co-head Austin Brown.

Why it matters

The Bulls' front office shakeup comes as the team looks to turn things around after a disappointing season. Finding the right general manager will be crucial in setting the franchise's direction and building a roster capable of contending in the Eastern Conference.

The details

The Bulls are considering several candidates with varying levels of NBA experience. Matt Lloyd, a Chicago native who worked for the Bulls for 13 years, is seen as a potential frontrunner. Other names include Hawks assistant GM Kyle Korver, who recently transitioned from a playing career, Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr., former Hawks GM Landry Fields, and influential agent Austin Brown of CAA.

  • The Bulls parted ways with Karnisovas and Eversley in early April 2026.

The players

Matt Lloyd

The current general manager of the Minnesota Timberwolves, who previously worked for the Chicago Bulls for 13 years.

Kyle Korver

The assistant general manager of the Atlanta Hawks, who played in the NBA for 17 seasons before retiring in 2020.

Mike Dunleavy Jr.

The current general manager of the Golden State Warriors.

Landry Fields

The former general manager of the Atlanta Hawks, who now serves as the president of league operations for Overtime Elite.

Austin Brown

The co-head of the basketball division at CAA, one of the NBA's most influential agencies.

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What they’re saying

“While Dunleavy is 'highly unlikely' to leave Golden State, his inclusion may simply reflect Chicago's wish list.”

— Kurt Helin, NBC Sports

The takeaway

The Bulls' front office shakeup highlights the importance of finding the right leadership to guide the franchise's future. The team's search for a new general manager will be closely watched, as the decision could have significant implications for the team's on-court performance and long-term direction.