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Sources: Bulls reach deal to hire Tiago Splitter as head coach

The Chicago Bulls have officially named Tiago Splitter as their next head coach, ending his interim stint with the Portland Trail Blazers. Portland remains without a permanent replacement. The hire follows a swift decision-making process. Analysts grade the move highly, citing its strategic fit for the franchise.

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New analysis from multiple outlets confirms the Bulls’ decision as a strong hire, while Portland’s coaching search remains unresolved.

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  1. Bulls finalize Splitter as head coach amid Blazers’ lingering search

    The Chicago Bulls have officially named Tiago Splitter as their next head coach, ending his interim stint with the Portland Trail Blazers. Portland remains without a permanent replacement. The hire follows a swift decision-making process. Analysts grade the move highly, citing its strategic fit for the franchise.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Chicago Bulls hired Tiago Splitter as their new head coach, effective immediately.
    • Splitter’s interim role with the Portland Trail Blazers concluded with a 42-39 record this season.
    • Portland still lacks a permanent head coach following Splitter’s departure.
    • Sports media outlets grade the Bulls’ decision to hire Splitter as an excellent move.
    confidence 98%

  2. Bulls finalize Splitter hire; Blazers still without permanent coach

    The Chicago Bulls have confirmed Tiago Splitter as their new head coach, effective immediately. Splitter’s departure leaves the Portland Trail Blazers without a permanent replacement, continuing their coaching search. Reports suggest the Bulls’ decision followed a quick process. Splitter’s interim tenure with Portland ended with a 42-39 record this season.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Chicago Bulls have hired Tiago Splitter as their new head coach, replacing Billy Donovan.
    • Splitter led the Portland Trail Blazers to a 42-39 record as interim coach this season.
    • The Bulls’ decision to hire Splitter was made after a rapid process.
    • Splitter’s departure leaves the Trail Blazers without a permanent head coach.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Bulls’ coaching search was unusually fast.
    confidence 95%

  3. Bulls hire Tiago Splitter as head coach after Blazers departure

    The Chicago Bulls have finalized a deal to hire Tiago Splitter as their new head coach, replacing Billy Donovan. Splitter, who led the Portland Trail Blazers to a 42-20 record as interim coach last season, will begin his tenure in Chicago. The Blazers’ coaching search remains unsettled as Splitter’s departure leaves the team without a permanent replacement. Reports indicate the Bulls’ decision was made after a swift process.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Chicago Bulls have reached an agreement to hire Tiago Splitter as head coach, effective immediately.
    • Splitter, 41, guided the Portland Trail Blazers to a 42-20 record during his interim tenure last season.
    • He will succeed Billy Donovan, who resigned in April after six seasons with the Bulls.
    • Splitter joined Chauncey Billups’ coaching staff in Portland in June 2025.
    • This hire makes Splitter the 25th head coach in Bulls history.
    • The Blazers’ coaching search is now reportedly back to square one following Splitter’s departure.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Bulls’ coaching search was described as 'imminent' by Marc Stein before the official announcement.
    • Splitter’s departure from the Blazers was framed as a 'swoop' by the Bulls, suggesting urgency in the process.
    confidence 98%