By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net
Croatian legend Tony Kukoc is back with the Chicago Bulls after being names today a special advisor to the president of his former team.
According to the press release president Michael Reinsdorf stated: “You only have to be around Toni for a few minutes to appreciate his personality, passion, and professionalism and recognize the contributions he will make to our team in his new role. Toni will work across the organization and his duties will be wide-ranging. He will bring valuable perspective that comes with experience to many areas, whether it is relating to the international players on our team or sharing what it means to be a Chicago Bull when talking to partners and fans. Toni will be a strong representative of both the team’s legacy and its future.”
“It is a thrill and an honor to again be a part of the team that helped define my basketball career here in the United States and in Chicago,” said Toni Kukoc. “The Bulls have become my extended family, and I am really looking forward to the future and being a Bull for life.”
Kukoc joins Scottie Pippen as a Special Advisor to the President. Pippen has served in this role since October 31, 2012.