Javier Morales – Chicago Bulls

Javier Morales spent his life on the hardwood.

A Spanish-born FIBA star, Morales played across Europe, captained his national team, and became a mentor for international players breaking into the NBA. When his playing days ended, he shocked many by transitioning not into coaching, but into ownership.

For Morales, the Bulls were more than a franchise — they were the global symbol of basketball excellence he idolized growing up in Madrid.

Now, as a strategic overseer, he aims to reestablish Chicago as the mecca of player development. His focus is building infrastructure: academies, pipelines, and international scouting networks designed to make the Bulls the most player-friendly organization in the league.

His charisma keeps morale high, and his relentless drive for team success mirrors the five-star competitive streak he had as a player. Morales knows what it means to wear the jersey, and his biggest rival will be any governor who forgets the game belongs to the players first.

His mantra: “We’re not just building a team—we’re building a legacy.”