Splitter’s Playoff Run and Bulls’ Bold Move

Chicago Bulls just hired Tiago Splitter as head coach — a shock move for Portland Trail Blazers, who had him as a top finalist. Despite leading a young, injury-riddled team to the playoffs and 42 wins, Splitter’s offensive approach clashed with Portland’s identity, especially their inefficient three-point shooting. While he excelled at developing players and earned a permanent spot, the Blazers’ front office may have driven more of the success through trades. Now, with candidates like Chris Jent and Micah Nori in the mix, Portland’s future hinges on finding a coach who aligns with their athletic, defensive blueprint — a challenge Splitter may not fully meet. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c6d86ee01f04ca9b