Tiago Splitter takes over as Bulls coach, promises team will compete

Tiago Splitter, 41, was formally introduced on Wednesday as the 25th head coach in Chicago Bulls franchise history. The Brazilian-born Splitter brings seven years of NBA playing experience and a season as interim coach of the Portland Trail Blazers to the role. He expressed a personal connection to the Bulls, recalling watching Michael Jordan play as a child in Brazil, and promised the team will compete under his leadership.