Chicago Bulls Overhaul Front Office, Dismissing Karnisovas and Eversley

Chicago Bulls ownership has made a decisive move, terminating executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley. The shakeup, announced as the NBA regular season draws to a close, underscores the organization's intent to redirect its long-term strategy.

Karnisovas and Eversley were brought in with the mandate to restore the Bulls’ competitiveness and rejuvenate a storied franchise that has struggled to return to its championship pedigree. Their tenure saw several roster changes and a focus on player development, but the franchise failed to meet internal and external expectations for playoff success.

The dismissal of both top executives comes as the team evaluates the current roster and considers its future direction. No interim replacements have been announced, and ownership is expected to begin a comprehensive search for new leadership immediately.

• Arturas Karnisovas was hired as executive vice president of basketball operations in April 2020
• Marc Eversley joined as general manager shortly thereafter
• The Bulls made the playoffs only once during their joint tenure

Their time in charge saw acquisitions of established veterans and the development of young talent, but consistent results remained elusive. With the firings, the Bulls are resetting their front office, likely signaling further changes ahead for both the coaching staff and player personnel as the team seeks a new identity and improved outcomes.

The Bulls’ decision to part ways with both Karnisovas and Eversley is expected to reverberate throughout the league, as Chicago remains one of the NBA’s most high-profile franchises. The move also puts the spotlight on ownership’s expectations for a swift turnaround and the club’s willingness to make bold leadership changes to achieve their goals.