Jerry Krause

Jerry Krause, born on April 6, 1939, was an American sports executive best known for his tenure as the general manager of the Chicago Bulls basketball team during their successful era in the 1990s. He played a crucial role in assembling the Bulls’ championship-winning teams led by Michael Jordan. Krause’s strategic moves in team management and player acquisitions helped solidify the Bulls as one of the greatest teams in NBA history. Despite controversies and disagreements with players and coaches, his contributions to basketball management and his impact on the sport remain significant in sports history.