Where there’s smoke, there’s fire.
It’s almost a far gone conclusion that the Chicago Bulls and Tom Thibodeau will part ways. As far as Thibs’ replacement goes, Iowa State head coach Fred Hoiberg name has been mentioned often.
Word for months in coaching circles has been that Fred Hoiberg is Bulls' top choice to replace Thibs if parties indeed part ways. BUT …
— Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) May 15, 2015
But don't discount Adrian Griffin as contender to succeed Thibs if Bulls' widely expected efforts to import Hoiberg from college ranks fail
— Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) May 15, 2015
Thibs has been inked to New Orleans and Orlando.