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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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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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Who could become the next Phoenix Suns head coach?

The Suns will be looking for their third head coach in as many seasons after firing Mike Budenholzer. Here are 10 candidates who could land the job.

Suns fire coach Mike Budenholzer

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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,

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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."

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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.

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What comes next for the flailing Phoenix Suns -- and Kevin Durant

After firing their third coach in three years, the Suns' next -- and perhaps only -- move is trading the superstar whom owner ...

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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 ...

Devin Booker's Potential $149.8 Million Contract Extension: A Game-Changer for the Phoenix Suns

As the focal point of the Phoenix Suns, Devin Booker is on the brink of a significant contract extension that has garnered immense attention across the NBA landscape. According to ESPN's Brian ...

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Who Should Suns Hire Next? 9 Potential Candidates

The Suns are set for a significant reset after finishing 36-46 with the highest payroll in NBA history - and they need a ...

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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 ...