John Paxson, in relative terms, is more well-liked and respected than Gar Forman (and by extension Gar’s corn-pal Fred Hoiberg) when it comes to the generally distasteful impression of the Bulls front office. It’s likely due to Paxson’s past success as a player and executive, and frankly due to him being more telegenic than ol’ muppet-head.
Forman, though retaining his title of Bulls GM, seemingly has taken a gradual backseat when it comes to being the front-facing element of the Bulls. He’s appeared in tandem with Paxson at times where it used to be him alone. I think Paxson just suggested he’s going to be exiled to Europe this year.