Billy Donovan Is Leaving The Chicago Bulls

Billy Donovan is out as the head coach of the Chicago Bulls.

The longtime NBA head coach, who had been leading the Bulls franchise for six seasons, is officially exiting. Donovan will not return as the head coach of the Chicago Bulls in 2026-27. This past season was his final one in Chicago.

ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania broke the news.

"BREAKING: Billy Donovan is exiting as head coach of the Chicago Bulls after six seasons, sources tell ESPN," he reported on Tuesday.

Donovan, 60, had previously served as the head coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder. After leading Florida to back-to-back national championships at the collegiate level, Donovan joined the NBA ranks in 2015.

He led the Thunder from 2015-20 and later the Bulls from 2020 through 2026.

Donovan was linked to some college basketball jobs this offseason, with North Carolina reportedly expressing interest. However, the Tar Heels ultimately hired former Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone.

It's unclear what Donovan's plan is for his coaching future.

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