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Bulls Formally Introduce New Head Coach Tiago Splitter
Splitter said building trust with players will drive a youth-focused rebuild and daily work with Matas Buzelis, whom he called a complete player.
- On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the Chicago Bulls introduced Tiago Splitter as the franchise's 25th head coach at the Advocate Center, with executive vice president of basketball operations Bryson Graham leading the hiring process.
- Splitter arrived in Chicago after serving as interim head coach for the Trail Blazers, navigating a difficult season following the arrest of former head coach Chauncey Billups and successfully refocusing the team to a 42-40 record.
- Emphasizing "togetherness," Splitter prioritized building relationships with players, identifying young forward Matas Buzelis as a "very complete player" and a key part of the franchise's future plans.
- Avoiding specific win predictions, Splitter stated, "We're going to compete every day," while committing to adapt his preferred up-tempo system to the roster's existing strengths rather than forcing a rigid approach.
- Growing up in Brazil watching Michael Jordan, Splitter brings a personal connection to the Bulls as he now leads the franchise through a rebuild, fulfilling a childhood dream rooted in late-night viewing from his youth.
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New Chicago Bulls coach Tiago Splitter, who officially introduced himself to the fan community, also spoke about Matas Buzelis' potential at a press conference.
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Tiago Splitter brings foxhole mentality to his new Bulls coaching seat
Tiago Splitter has been watching the Bulls from afar.Not just Wednesday morning before his introductory news conference at the Advocate Center, not just earlier this season when he was a thousand miles away trying to right the ship in Portland, and not just years ago when he was a championship player in San Antonio.“I’m actually a Bulls fan myself,” Splitter admitted. “Growing up in Brazil, I watched many games late at night, hidden from my pare…
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