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Bulls Extend Billy Donovan Through Multiple Seasons

The Bulls prioritized organizational continuity with a deal struck after months of offseason negotiations.

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Mar 31, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan stands during a time out against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images/File Photo
Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan yells at an official during a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center.
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Overview

  • The Bulls and coach Billy Donovan finalized a multiyear contract extension on July 27 with one year left on his previous deal.
  • Negotiations began at the end of the 2024-25 season and stretched through the draft, free agency and summer league.
  • Chicago denied the New York Knicks’ request to interview Donovan for their coaching vacancy before sealing his new contract.
  • Under Donovan, the Bulls recorded back-to-back 39-43 seasons, finished ninth in the Eastern Conference and lost in the play-in tournament for a third straight year.
  • Fans on platforms like X reacted with criticism to the extension, reflecting skepticism about extending Donovan amid ongoing team struggles.