Report: Bulls Coach Search Includes BYU's Kevin Young
ESPN reported the Bulls have held early conversations with Kevin Young, who led BYU to a 49-22 record over two seasons.
- On Friday, the Chicago Bulls held "early conversations" with Kevin Young of BYU regarding their head coaching vacancy for the 2026-2027 NBA season, seeking a successor to Billy Donovan.
- Following Donovan's resignation in April, the Bulls launched their search as the organization restructured its front office during a rebuilding phase.
- Young brings extensive NBA and college experience, having led the Cougars to a 49-22 record over two seasons at BYU after serving as an assistant for the Phoenix Suns.
- The Bulls have previously been connected to multiple NBA assistants, including Charlotte Hornets assistant Lamar Skeeter, Miami Heat assistant Chris Quinn, and Cleveland Cavaliers associate head coach Johnnie Bryant.
- Coaching vacancies remain competitive across the league; the Orlando Magic recently hired former San Antonio Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney, though Donovan was reportedly a lead candidate for that role.
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Report: Bulls coach search includes BYU’s Kevin Young
The rebuilding Chicago Bulls reportedly have expressed interest in BYU head coach Kevin Young for their head coaching vacancy.ESPN reported Friday that "early conversations" with Young are part of a wide net being cast to replace Billy Donovan, who stepped down on April 21 after six seasons.Chicago also parted ways last month with executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley. The Bulls fi…
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