It’S Official: Floyd Becomes New Coach Of Chicago Bulls

Sat., Jan. 16, 1999

Six months after he arrived in Chicago, the Bulls dropped the “in-waiting” tag Friday and officially made Tim Floyd their coach.

“It’s going to be a daunting task,” he admitted. “I’m standing here in front of six trophies, you’ve got a hall of fame coach that you’re replacing and the best basketball player in the world left your team two days ago.

“So, if anybody wants to trade positions, come on,” he added, drawing laughter.

It’d be hard to find a job tougher than the one the former Iowa State and Idaho coach is inheriting. Michael Jordan retired two days ago, Scottie Pippen is as good as gone and last season’s championship team is all but dismantled.

Sacramento Kings majority owner Jim Thomas will sell controlling interest in the NBA franchise and its arena to the Maloof family of Albuquerque, N.M., the Kings said. The change will be effective July 1.

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It’S Official: Floyd Becomes New Coach Of Chicago Bulls

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