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Bulls Add Stackhouse to Coaching Hunt After Donovan Ouster

5/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Jerry Stackhouse was added to the Chicago Bulls' candidate list on May 20, 2026.
The Bulls dismissed Billy Donovan after a 31-51 season and named Bryson Graham executive vice president of basketball operations.
Jerry Stackhouse served as the Golden State Warriors' assistant from 2024 to 2026 before his contract ended.
Candidates are Sean Sweeney, Micah Nori, Dave Bliss, Tiago Splitter, James Borrego, Wes Unseld Jr., Lamar Skeeter and Ryan Schmidt.

History

Historical Context

After the Bulls dismissed Scott Skiles in 2007 following a 33-win, 33-49 season and replaced him with Vinny Del Negro, the franchise entered a pattern of rapid coaching swaps that has repeatedly disrupted roster continuity. The 2026 overhaul—Billy Donovan out, Jerry Stackhouse hired, and candidates Bryson Graham and Sean Sweeney considered—continues this cycle of frequent leadership changes.

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Story summary

Jerry Stackhouse was added to the Chicago Bulls' candidate list on May 20, 2026.
The Bulls dismissed Billy Donovan after a 31-51 season and named Bryson Graham executive vice president of basketball operations.
Jerry Stackhouse served as the Golden State Warriors' assistant from 2024 to 2026 before his contract ended.
Candidates are Sean Sweeney, Micah Nori, Dave Bliss, Tiago Splitter, James Borrego, Wes Unseld Jr., Lamar Skeeter and Ryan Schmidt.

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