Pick 6: Michael Reinsdorf wants Billy Donovan to stay, but does Donovan want to?

The Mully & Haugh Show's Pick 6 segment dives into the fallout from Michael Reinsdorf's rare public Zoom session with the media, where he took responsibility for the Bulls' front office missteps and reaffirmed unwavering faith in head coach Billy Donovan. Reinsdorf emphasized that Donovan is central to the team’s future, even suggesting he could take on a front-office role, and declared that anyone not willing to work with Donovan isn't the right fit for the organization—effectively narrowing the candidate pool for the next VP of Basketball Operations. The hosts debate whether Donovan is truly in control of his future, with strong consensus that he’s in the driver’s seat, despite lingering questions about his long-term ambitions. Meanwhile, the discussion shifts to the Cubs’ season, now significantly impacted by Cade Horton’s season-ending injury, prompting lowered expectations and a reevaluation of roster depth and bullpen reliability. The episode captures a pivotal moment in Chicago sports, where leadership clarity and player health are shaping the trajectory of two franchises.