Bulls seek permission to interview Hornets top assistant coach
The Chicago Bulls are looking for a new head coach after parting ways with Billy Donovan. They have requested permission to interview Lamar Skeeter, an assistant coach for the Charlotte Hornets. Skeeter is considered a strong candidate due to the Hornets' significant improvement last season.
- ▪The Bulls have been without a head coach since Billy Donovan's departure.
- ▪Lamar Skeeter is currently an assistant coach with the Charlotte Hornets.
- ▪The Hornets had a successful season, improving their win total by 25 games.
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