Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doug Collins' role with the Chicago Bulls?
Doug Collins has been hired as a Senior Advisor for basketball operations. He will not be coaching in any capacity and will not be making personnel decisions, but will serve as an occasional sounding board and resource for John Paxson and Gar Forman.
Why are Bulls fans critical of the Doug Collins hiring?
Fans see it as another lazy move by the Bulls organization, which has a pattern of hiring familiar faces like former players and coaches. Collins also has concerning views about modern analytics and admitted he struggled relating to younger players during his time coaching Philadelphia.
What did Doug Collins say about analytics when he coached the 76ers?
Collins condemned basketball analytics and said he'd rather "blow his brains out" than go over 20-page statistical printouts after every game. His 76ers teams led the NBA in midrange shot attempts for three straight seasons while other teams were emphasizing three-pointers.
How could Doug Collins help with the Dwyane Wade buyout situation?
The article suggests Collins could be put in the room during Wade buyout negotiations instead of having Gar Forman handle the talks alone. Wade is owed $23.8 million and the Bulls want him to give back a significant portion if he wants a buyout.
What did Doug Collins say about relating to younger NBA players?
Collins admitted he had trouble relating to younger players, calling them "very sensitive and fragile" compared to his generation. He said he had to treat his Philadelphia team "with kid gloves" because younger players didn't grow up with tough coaches like he did.