Arturas Karnisovas wasted almost no time in making sure to add JJ Polk and Pat Connelly to the front office restructure almost three weeks ago.
The Bulls executive vice president of basketball operations explained why on Wednesday, with the team making the two hires official.
“Pat and JJ both bring valuable experience that will enhance our basketball operations department,’’ Karnisovas said in a statement. “I know that the skills these two possess will be an asset in building out our program. JJ’s expertise with cap management and negotiations will help us be creative in our deals and contracts, while Pat’s great eye for talent, global contacts and networking capabilities will organize our scouting department in a productive way.