And his corrosive relationship with Bulls general manager Jerry Krause , a blunt personality , helped hasten the break - up of a dynasty .
The search for competition was almost toxic : he created feuds with players to elevate his game .
His corrosive relationship with Bulls general manager Jerry Krause , a blunt personality , helped hasten the break - up of a dynasty .
The search for competition was almost toxic : he created feuds with players to elevate his game .