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UNC Targets Bulls' Donovan After Coaching Misses
6 Apr
Summary
- Billy Donovan is reportedly open to the UNC coaching position.
- UNC previously pursued Dusty May and Tommy Lloyd unsuccessfully.
- Donovan's NBA contract status with the Bulls remains uncertain.

UNC's pursuit of a new men's basketball head coach has reportedly turned towards Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan. This comes after unsuccessful attempts to recruit Michigan's Dusty May and Arizona's Tommy Lloyd.
Donovan has expressed openness to the UNC position, according to recent reports. However, he is not expected to discuss any potential job changes until after the NBA regular season concludes on April 12. This timeline places any decision after the opening of the NCAA transfer portal.
UNC previously targeted May, who has decided to remain at Michigan. Lloyd has also committed to a contract extension with Arizona. These developments leave UNC still searching for a head coach following Hubert Davis's dismissal on March 24.
Donovan brings significant college coaching experience, including sixteen consecutive 20-win seasons and two national titles at Florida. He has coached in the NBA since 2015, with the Oklahoma City Thunder and currently the Chicago Bulls, whose recent elimination from postseason contention has fueled speculation about his future.