Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan is stepping down from his position after six seasons with the NBA franchise, the team announced.

Donovan, who took over as head coach of the Bulls, guided the team through multiple seasons in the competitive Eastern Conference. His tenure with the organization spanned six years during which he worked to develop the team's roster and competitive standing.

The departure marks the end of Donovan's multi-year run with the Bulls organization. The team will now begin the process of searching for a new head coach to lead the franchise moving forward.

Details regarding the timing of Donovan's departure and the Bulls' plans for replacing him were not immediately available. The coaching change comes as NBA teams prepare for the upcoming season and evaluate their organizational structures.