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How Mat Ishbia needs to change the criteria for Phoenix Suns' next head coach

The Phoenix Suns fired Mike Budenholzer after going 36-46 in his first season. ESPN's Stephen A. Smith says Mat Ishbia risks 'worst owner' label.

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USA TODAY · 1d

Is Mat Ishbia hiding? Tick, tick, tick ... we need to hear from the Phoenix Suns boss

The Phoenix Suns' front office leadership hasn't scheduled any time to discuss the season, explain its vision to the fans or take some accountability.

Athlon Sports on MSN · 1d

Stephen A. Smith Sounds Off on Mat Ishbia After Phoenix Suns’ Abysmal Run

Smith then puts Ishbia on blast for having the payroll the Suns did along with the draft picks he sent out. "You spent $214 million in salary this last season, about $152 million in luxury tax dollars," Smith said. "Yes, you got Kevin Durant. Yes, you got Bradley Beal with $111 million left on his deal.

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CBS Sports · 2d

Suns fire Mike Budenholzer: Phoenix will search for fourth coach in four seasons after missing playoffs

The Phoenix Suns have fired Mike Budenholzer, the team announced Monday. This marks the third consecutive season in which the Suns have fired a head coach. In 2023, mere months after Matt Ishbia took over the team,

Bleacher Report · 1d

Kevin Durant Trade Packages After Phoenix Suns Fire Mike Budenholzer

"Phoenix is expected to engage in trade conversations involving Durant," ESPN's Shams Charania wrote. "Multiple teams will seriously pursue Durant, who finished another stellar season, and the franchise is expected to work with Durant and his business partner and Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman on the next landing spot for the future Hall of Famer."

Athlon Sports on MSN · 1d

Mike Budenholzer Dished ‘Disrespect’ to Bradley Beal Amid Phoenix Suns’ Awful Season

Holiday's arrival led to the Bucks winning the only championship of Budenholzer's head coaching career. That victory actually came at the expense of the Suns too. The six-time All-NBA defender had plenty of crucial moments during the 2021 NBA Finals.

Season Concludes: The Phoenix Suns' Superstar Duo Faces Uncertain Future in the NBA

In contrast, their Pacific Division rivals, the Lakers, Clippers, Warriors, and Kings, all advanced, emphasizing the Suns' stark fall from grace after finishing sixth the previous season. The ...

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Phoenix Suns Make Embarrassing Decision After Brutal 2024-25 Campaign

Apr 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) and guard Devin Booker (1) react on the bench against ...

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Phoenix Suns fire former NBA champion coach after just 1 season

The Suns had the largest payroll in NBA history, but they couldn't even will themselves to the play-in tournament.

Basketball Network on MSN4h

"He and Booker did not vibe" - Windhorst thinks the Suns failed because DBook didn't click with Mike Budenholzer

However, ESPN's Brian Windhorst says that Coach Bud also had a disconnect with Suns franchise player Devin Booker, which was ...

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NBA star Kevin Durant takes shot at Stephen A Smith amid questions over leadership

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant threw shade at ESPN's Stephen A. Smith on Tuesday as the two traded barbs over leadership amid ...

Kevin Durant trade: Five smaller-market teams who could land Suns star, including a full-circle reunion in OKC

The Phoenix Suns have already gotten the ball rolling on their 2025-26 reset by firing coach Mike Budenholzer, and all signs ...

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Devin Booker Reportedly Expected to Get $150M Contract Offer from Suns in Free Agency

Per ESPN's Brian Windhorst, the Suns are expected to offer Booker the maximum two-year, $149.8 million contract extension he ...

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Suns Admit Massive Kevin Durant Mistake After Brutal Season

"Privately, the Suns admit they made a mistake by not involving Durant earlier in the process. They had hoped to keep the discussions closed, the way the Dallas Mavericks did with Luka Doncic, but ...

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