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Bulls Hire Mervis, Law as VP Basketball Executives

5/15/2026

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Summary

Bulls Hire Mervis

The Chicago Bulls announced on May 14, 2026 that Stephen Mervis was hired as vice president of basketball operations and Acie Law was hired as vice president of player personnel.
Stephen Mervis spent 12 years with the Orlando Magic as assistant general manager handling salary-cap and strategy.
Acie Law served as director of player personnel for the Sacramento Kings and as a scout for the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Summary

Law Hired

The Chicago Bulls announced the hiring of Law at the NBA Draft Combine, signaling a fast-track rebuild plan.
Law joins from the Brooklyn Nets, where he served as Director of Player Personnel during the 2025-26 season.
He previously led amateur scouting for the Oklahoma City Thunder, adding proven U.S. draft expertise.
Law’s résumé includes two EuroLeague championships (2012-13 with Olympiacos), giving him elite international scouting experience.

History

Historical Context

In 1995-96, GM Jerry Krause reshaped the Bulls, securing Phil Jackson and building a roster that posted a league-record 72-10 season and captured a second three-peat. The 2026 appointments of scouting chief Stephen Mervis and director of player development Acie Law echo Krause’s emphasis on cap expertise and elite scouting to revive Chicago’s championship aspirations.

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Bulls Hire Mervis

The Chicago Bulls announced on May 14, 2026 that Stephen Mervis was hired as vice president of basketball operations and Acie Law was hired as vice president of player personnel.
Stephen Mervis spent 12 years with the Orlando Magic as assistant general manager handling salary-cap and strategy.
Acie Law served as director of player personnel for the Sacramento Kings and as a scout for the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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