Hours after being dismissed as the Bulls head coach on Thursday, Tom Thibodeau released a statement thanking the fans for their support and the organization for the opportunity.
Thibodeau, who spent the last five seasons behind the Bulls bench, also indicated his coaching plans for the future.
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Read the full statement below:
I want to thank, and will deeply miss, our incredible fans and the entire city of Chicago. I also want to thank my staff and all of the talented players and their wonderful families who have honored me and the Bulls by their effort, love, dedication and professionalism. I appreciate the opportunity that Jerry Reinsdorf gave me. We are proud of our many accomplishments, fought through adversity, and tried to give our fans the full commitment to excellence they deserve. I love this game and am excited about what’s ahead for me with USA Basketball and the next coaching opportunity in the NBA.