Bulls Fire Head Coach Fred Hoiberg

CHICAGO — The Bulls have fired head coach Fred Hoiberg, the team announced Monday. The news comes after a 5-19 start to the season.

"Decisions like this one are never easy to make, however I felt this was the right choice for our organization at this time," said Bulls Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations John Paxon in a statement.

"After a thorough evaluation, I elected to make this move with the overall development of our team in mind. As a team, I believe it is imperative that we make unfaltering strides in the right direction and build the right habits to help put our players in the best position to evolve not only now, but into the future. I want to thank Fred for his dedication and efforts, as well as for his enduring commitment to our team."

Jim Boylen has been promoted to head coach effective immediately.

During Hoiberg's four seasons in charge, he had a 115-155 record.

Hoiberg played 10 seasons in the NBA — including four with the Bulls — before becoming a coach. The Bulls hired Hoiberg in 2015 after he served as head coach of Iowa State.

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