The Chicago Bulls are seeking a new general manager and want to retain head coach Billy Donovan as top priority. This is a departure from conventional NBA wisdom where the best organizations typically hire a general manager before the coach. Billy Donovan has been a steady presence on the Bulls' sidelines since 2022 and has helped the team navigate a period of transition. Donovan boasts a respectable 621-432 record in 14 seasons as an NBA head coach, with experience as the head coach of the Orlando Magic and Utah Jazz. The Bulls' reluctance to hire a general manager first may compromise their ability to make informed, long-term decisions.