The Chicago Bulls selected Bryson Graham as their new executive vice president of basketball operations over several high-profile candidates, with team sources telling ESPN the 39-year-old stood out for his range of experience and ability to unify a front office widely viewed as disjointed under the previous regime.

Matt Lloyd, who spent 17 seasons with the Bulls across multiple roles from 1995 to 2012, had been considered the frontrunner league-wide due to his organizational ties. Graham ultimately won out, with sources citing his diverse career background as a key factor in the decision.

Chicago is expected to grant Graham broad autonomy in restructuring the front office, sources told ESPN. That flexibility was a deliberate choice by CEO Michael Reinsdorf, who hired a search firm and conducted a thorough process that included interviews with Mike Gansey of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Dave Telep of the San Antonio Spurs and Dave Lewin of the Boston Celtics.

Graham now inherits a roster that includes Josh Giddey, Matas Buzelis, Tre Jones and Noa Essengue, who missed nearly all of last season following left shoulder surgery. Finding a head coach to replace Billy Donovan, who stepped down after six seasons, is among his first priorities.

The Bulls also enter the offseason with significant resources. Chicago holds its own 2026 lottery pick, Portland's 2026 first-round selection and nearly $60 million in cap space, giving Graham a strong foundation heading into a deep draft class.

Chicago finished 31-51 this season, missing the playoffs for the fourth straight year.