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Bulls Lock Up Billy Donovan With Multiyear Extension

The franchise has extended its coach alongside top executives to maintain leadership continuity as Chicago pushes forward with a youth-driven rebuild.

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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 agreed Sunday to an undisclosed multiyear contract extension that secures his role through the 2025–26 season.
  • Chicago refused the New York Knicks’ request to interview Donovan for their head coaching vacancy, underlining his central importance to the organization.
  • Executive vice president Artūras Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley also received new extensions to keep the current front office intact during the roster rebuild.
  • Donovan will enter his sixth season after compiling a 195–205 record in five years, highlighted by one playoff berth and three consecutive play-in tournament losses.
  • He is set to be enshrined into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in September at Mohegan Sun and in Springfield, underscoring his respected coaching pedigree.