Chicago Bulls Sign Jordan Brink as Assistant Coach
The Chicago Bulls have made a significant move in their coaching staff, hiring Jordan Brink as an assistant coach and director of player development. Brink, a 34-year-old Chicago-area native, joins the team after spending three seasons with the New York Knicks.
What happened?
Brink, who attended Illiana Christian High School and played at Calvin University, has been hired by the Bulls to oversee player development. He will work closely with head coach Tiago Splitter to help the team's young core, which includes Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis, Noa Essengue, and 2026 No. 4 pick Caleb Wilson.
Why it matters for Chicago Bulls
The Bulls are building around a young core, and Brink's experience in player development will be crucial in helping them grow. His command of video and special situations will also give Splitter another trusted voice during games. The team is looking to return to the playoffs, and Brink's expertise will be essential in helping them achieve that goal.
What comes next?
The Bulls are also adding Rex Kalamian, Jonah Herscu, and Blake Ahearn to their coaching staff this summer. Brink's departure from the Knicks continues the post-championship turnover in New York following the exits of executive Gersson Rosas and assistant Carson Shanks. The Bulls are looking to build a strong team, and Brink's hiring is a significant step in that direction.
The team is coming off a recent loss to the Dallas Mavericks, who defeated them 149-128 on April 13. The Bulls have struggled in their last two games, losing both. However, with Brink on board, they are looking to turn things around and make a push for the playoffs.
Jordan Brink's Background
Brink began his NBA career with the Detroit Pistons, working his way from intern to head video coordinator before becoming an assistant and player-development coach under Dwane Casey. He also coached Detroit's Summer League team. The Knicks hired him in 2023 as director of video and analytics and a player-development assistant under Tom Thibodeau. He became assistant director of player development in 2024 before Mike Brown promoted him to assistant coach and placed him in charge of New York's Summer League team.
The Bulls are looking to build a strong team, and Brink's hiring is a significant step in that direction. With his experience in player development and his command of video and special situations, Brink will be an invaluable asset to the team. The Bulls are coming off a recent loss to the Dallas Mavericks, who defeated them 149-128 on April 13. The Bulls have struggled in their last two games, losing both. However, with Brink on board, they are looking to turn things around and make a push for the playoffs.
