The Phoenix Suns have decided to part ways with head coach Mike Budenholzer following a disappointing season that saw the team miss the playoffs despite high expectations. Budenholzer was hired to bring a championship to the desert after winning a title with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021, but the Suns struggled with inconsistency and injuries. The team finished with a 36-46 record and failed to qualify for the play-in tournament. Budenholzer couldn’t seem to settle on a regular playing rotation, and veteran center Jusuf Nurkic was traded to the Charlotte Hornets after a rough start to the season. Star players Kevin Durant and Devin Booker stayed relatively healthy, but Bradley Beal dealt with constant injury issues. The Suns attempted to make moves at the trade deadline, but Beal’s no-trade clause and salary cap constraints made significant changes difficult. Budenholzer’s departure likely signals upcoming roster changes for a team that has underachieved for three straight seasons. Owner Mat Ishbia, who took over in 2023, has a desire to win but has struggled to make successful moves. Budenholzer leaves the Suns with a 520-363 career record over 11 NBA seasons with the Hawks, Bucks, and Suns.
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Phoenix Suns part ways with coach Mike Budenholzer following disappointing season
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