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• Suns fire coach Mike Budenholzer after one season

The Phoenix Suns have fired coach Mike Budenholzer after the team failed to reach the NBA postseason despite some lofty expectations. The news was first reported by Shams Charania of ESPN. Budenholzer becomes the second straight Suns coach to be fired after just one season, joining Frank Vogel last year. Vogel replaced Monty Williams, meaning […] The post Suns fire coach Mike Budenholzer aft...2025
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• Willie Green Could Become Candidate For Suns' Job

The future of Willie Green as head coach of the New Orleans Pelicans is uncertain as they head into the offseason. If Green and the Pelicans part ways, he could become a candidate to become the next head coach of the Phoenix Suns. Green was an assistant with the Suns under Monty Williams before he was hired as head coach of the Pelicans. Green has relationships with Devin Booker and Mat Ishbia. Th...2025
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• The Pistons dug out of the NBA’s worst situation and finally gave their fans hope

Photo by Kelsey Grant/Getty Images There’s hope for the Pistons for the first time in a long time. The Detroit Pistons came home from Christmas a year ago looking like one of the most pathetic teams in NBA history. Detroit fell to 2-28 on the season when it lost to the Brooklyn Nets the day after Christmas as part of an eternal losing streak that tied a league record for consecutive defeat...2024
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• 5 NBA teams beating expectations so far

Photo by Harry How/Getty Images These teams are cooking coming out of the gates. It’s important to be skeptical of small sample sizes early in a new NBA season. The league’s eternal 82-game grind leaves plenty of time to make up ground in the standings, or waste a hot start. At the same time, trends start stabilizing around the 20-game mark of the season, or about a quarter of the way thro...2024
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• 7 young NBA players making the leap this season

Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images Here are 7 young NBA players who showing significant improvement this season. It’s not too early to overreact to what we’re seeing from the start of the NBA’s 82-game grind. Trends historically begin to stabilize around the 20-game mark. While it would be unwise to suggest the Milwaukee Bucks and Philadelphia 76ers will continue to be among the worst teams ...2024
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• Every NBA team ranked by its 2025 championship chances to start season

Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images Let’s rank every team in the NBA by their 2025 championship chances to start the season. The start of a new NBA season is the ultimate time for optimism. Every team is undefeated, and each organization’s season-long goals are still within reach. The NBA is fully entrenched in its parity era. The league has had a different champion each of the last six ...2024
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• The Pistons dug out of the NBA’s worst situation and finally gave their fans hope
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• Central Notes: Stewart, Fontecchio, Bitim, White
Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart returned to action on Tuesday after serving a three-game NBA suspension for punching the Suns’ Drew Eubanks during a pre-game altercation. Stewart played 34 minutes and contributed 11 points and nine rebounds, along with providing a much-needed defensive presence. He’ll remain in the lineup going forward, coach Monty Williams said. “We’re […]...2024
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• Isaiah Stewart’s punch on Drew Eubanks’ face before Suns-Pistons, explained

Here’s what was said after Phoenix police arrested Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart for punching Suns’ Drew Eubanks in the face in the parking lot before the game. Detroit Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart punched Phoenix Suns center Drew Eubanks in the face during a parking lot altercation before the two teams squared off on Wednesday night in Phoenix. Stewart was arrested for assault, charged with a ...2024
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• Are the Phoenix Suns NBA championship contenders or pretenders?

Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports Let’s take a deep dive into the Suns since Bradley Beal returned. When the Phoenix Suns pulled the trigger on a blockbuster deal to land Bradley Beal, they entered the “Super Team” club. They further cemented their status in this category when they inserted themselves in the Damian Lillard deal in order to nab the likes of Jusuf Nurkic and Grayson Allen. Un...2024
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• Inside Monty Williams’ historically big coaching deal with the Pistons
Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images Monty Williams immediately becomes one of the highest-paid coaches in American sports on his new deal with the Pistons. The Detroit Pistons made Monty Williams an offer he couldn’t refuse. The 51-year-old has agreed to a massive deal to become the new head coach of the Pistons on reportedly the biggest coaching contract in NBA history. Detroit...2023
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• How the Suns can save the Kevin Durant trade after a disastrous early playoff exit
Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images The Kevin Durant trade looks like it could be a huge bust for the Suns. The pressure is on to salvage it with the right moves this offseason. The Phoenix Suns’ trade for Kevin Durant looks like a bust right now. There’s no other takeaway after the Suns were eliminated from the 2023 NBA Playoffs in the second round by losing to the Denver Nuggets in...2023
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• Why the Phoenix Suns’ quest for an instant NBA championship feels hollow
Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images The Suns are speedrunning an NBA title chase. Will it work? Traditionally, for an NBA team to become beloved and fun, a certain gestation period is necessary. There is an era of trial and error, a sequence of peaks and valleys that we may call “bonding” or “building chemistry,” which endear them to both us as fans, and each other as teammates. Frust...2023
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• Chris Paul injury update from Monty Williams won’t please Suns fans
Chris Paul is progressing in his thumb injury recovery as expected, but Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams doesn’t want to get hopes up that his point guard will be able to return soon after being able to get shots up. The Suns playmaker was seen working out and shooting during the team’s shootaround on […] The post Chris Paul injury update from Monty Williams won’t ple...2022
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• Behind the Scenes in L.A., the Wide-Ranging Summer World for NBA Players
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• The Can-Do Kid: Becky Hammon's Incredible Journey from Rapid City to the NBA
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"Green was an assistant with the Suns under Monty Williams before he was hired as head coach of the Pelicans."

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"A season's worth of frustration seemed to pour out of Pistons coach Monty Williams on Monday, after Detroit dropped a 113-111 decision to the Knicks in a game that included an obvious missed foul call on New York's Donte DiVincenzo with 8."

2023
"The Suns franchise hedged all its bets on Kevin Durant and now has sensationally fired head coach Monty Williams, so nothing is off the table."

2022
"The Lakers superstar, who’s been on an absolute tear, finished with 31 points, seven rebounds, […] The post LeBron James’ recent feats get full honesty from Suns coach Monty Williams appeared first on ClutchPoints."

2021
"Video of Suns' Monty Williams encouraging Deandre Ayton further proves why he should've won Coach of the Year"

2020
"Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams delivered a powerful speech to his team after their 8-0 run at Disney World."

2019
"Monty Williams joins Tyronn Lue are considered the leading candidates to replace Walton."

2018
"Sam Amick of USA TODAY reports that former New Orleans Pelicans coach Monty Williams is a “name to remember” for the now-vacant Bucks position."

2017
"Turner today announced that Monty Williams will be the recipient of the inaugural Sager Strong Award at the first-ever NBA Awards on TNT, airing Monday, June 26, with coverage beginning at 9 p."

2016
"Wife of OKC assistant Monty Williams dies at 44"

2015
"Not that Davis' previous coach, Monty Williams, was at all a detriment."

2014
"“Anthony is improving right now (due to) experience,” head coach Monty Williams told reporters about Davis' Team USA stint."

• The Pistons dug out of the NBA’s worst situation and finally gave their fans hope
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• 5 NBA teams beating expectations so far
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• 7 young NBA players making the leap this season
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• Monty WIlliams, still owed $65 million by Pistons, to coach sons in high school

Former NBA coach of the year Monty Williams will coach his sons in high school while being paid the remaining $65 mllion from his contract with the Detroit Pistons....2024
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• ESPN’s decision to lay off Zach Lowe is a slap in the face to NBA fans

Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images Zach Lowe has a strong argument for being the best sportswriter in America right now. Of course, sportswriter only partially describes Lowe’s role at ESPN over the last several years: he’s been a staple on television as a panelist on NBA Today, and he hosts the best podcast covering the league, The Lowe Post. During a time when sports media fe...2024
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• Report: Monty Williams Not Open To Buyout With Pistons

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, Monty Williams is not open to a buyout with the Detroit Pistons. Williams signed a six-year, $78.5 million contract with the Pistons. “For now, at the bottom of the standings, there has been ongoing speculation among rival front offices about a potential change atop Detroit’s organizational […] The post Report: Monty Williams...2024
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• Bojan Bogdanović left 1-star review on Pistons’ owner’s business after trade

Bojan Bogdanović left a petty review on Pistons’ owner’s private equity firm after trade Tom Gores became a billionaire by founding Platinum Equity. In 2011, he used his fortune to buy the Detroit Pistons. The Flint, MI native and Michigan State grad was hailed as a savior for ending a drawn-out sale by former owner Karen Davidson, but unfortunately results haven’t followed. Since Gores bought the...2024
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• Referee admits a missed foul as 'livid' Pistons lose

A season's worth of frustration seemed to pour out of Pistons coach Monty Williams on Monday, after Detroit dropped a 113-111 decision to the Knicks in a game that included an obvious missed foul call on New York's Donte DiVincenzo with 8.5 seconds left....2024
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• Report: Monty Williams Not Open To Buyout With Pistons
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• Bojan Bogdanović left 1-star review on Pistons’ owner’s business after trade
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• Central Notes: Stewart, Fontecchio, Bitim, White
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• Knicks’ chaotic, controversial win over Pistons included refs admitting mistake, Monty Williams rant

Photo by Elsa/Getty Images We’re still trying to make sense of the ending of Knicks vs. Pistons. The New York Knicks are still one of the better teams in the Eastern Conference even without so many injured rotation players right now, which includes Julius Randle, OG Anunoby, and Mitchell Robinson all on the shelf. The Detroit Pistons have been the worst team in the NBA all season. Monday n...2024
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• East Notes: Pistons, Alec Burks, Bulls, Hornets

Pistons Coach Monty Williams took the blame after the Pistons’ close road loss to the Cavaliers on Wednesday — a game in which Cleveland guard Donovan Mitchell saved the day with 45 points. “We just didn’t execute with good coverage on Donovan, and that’s on me,” Williams said. “This is the formula for us to […] The post East Notes: Pistons, Alec Burks, Bulls, Hornets appeared fi...2024
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• Pistons’ Monty Williams blasts officiating after late non-foul vs. Knicks: ‘The absolute worst call of the season’
By James Edwards III, Fred Katz and Lukas Weese Monty Williams didn’t mince words when he sat down in front of the microphones postgame. The Detroit Pistons lost 113-111 in agonizing fashion to the New York Knicks on Monday night. Williams, the Pistons’ coach, blasted the officiating, particularly the no-call when Detroit forward Ausar Thompson got his legs taken out before the Knicks,...2024
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• How the Suns can save the Kevin Durant trade after a disastrous early playoff exit
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• Williams suggests special seats for player families

Phoenix Suns coach Monty Williams said the NBA should consider having a special section in the stands reserved for the families of visiting teams in the wake of Chris Paul's family being harassed during Sunday's playoff game in Dallas....2022
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• Giannis Antetokounmpo: I invited Monty Williams into Bucks locker room for speech

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• Suns HC Monty Williams’ 5-word response to Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks Game 3 drubbing
The Phoenix Suns came out in Game 3 of the NBA Finals and got flat-out beat by Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks did everything and used the momentum of the crowd to avoid a 3-0 deficit. On Tuesday, Suns head coach Monty Williams gave a simple response regarding the Suns’ 120-100 drubbing. […] The post Suns HC Monty Williams’ 5-word response to Giannis Ante...2021
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• 3 things Suns must do to win NBA Finals Game 3 vs. Bucks
The Phoenix Suns are just two wins away from winning their first NBA championship. They’ve had a remarkable season all year and now the world has finally seen how capable they are for this moment. Led by Chris Paul and head coach Monty Williams, the Suns are a well-coached team consisting of players who know […] The post 3 things Suns must do to win NBA Finals Game 3 vs. Bucks appeared first...2021
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• Chris Paul’s tear-jerking talk with Suns coach Monty Williams in final seconds of West Finals win
In the closing seconds of the Western Conference Finals Game 6, Phoenix Suns star Chris Paul was seen sharing an emotional moment and hug with head coach Monty Williams. Obviously, there is more to it. Thanks to the NBA, a mic’d up version of the moment has been released. And in a rather heartwarming talk, […] The post Chris Paul’s tear-jerking talk with Suns coach Monty Williams...2021
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• Report: Monty Williams to Return to Coaching as Top Assistant for the Sixers

After spending nearly two years away from basketball following the tragic passing of his wife, Ingrid, Monty Williams has agreed to become the lead assistant for the Philadelphia 76ers under Brett Brown, reports ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. ESPN story on Monty Williams, who twice led New Orleans to the playoffs, returning to coaching as top assistant in […] The post Report: Monty William...2018
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• Ettore Messina interviewing for Bucks job today
Spurs assistant coach Ettore Messina will interview for the Bucks’ head coaching vacancy today, sources tell Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated. We relayed yesterday that Messina, along with former Hornets head coach Steve Clifford, and former Pelicans head coach Monty Williams were set to interview for the job.Messina has received interest for other head coaching vacancies as he already interviewed...2018
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• Wife of OKC assistant Monty Williams dies at 44
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• Ingrid Williams, Monty Williams' Wife, Dies at Age 44 After Car Accident
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• Monty Williams Talks Forgiveness at Funeral Service to Driver Who Killed Wife
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• Why Anthony Davis' $145 Million Record Contract Will Be a Monumental Steal
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• Pelicans Say They're Ready to 'Get This Scrimmage' Against Golden State Warriors
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• Where Are All the Black NBA Coaches? Examining a Sudden, Silent Disappearance
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• Anthony Davis Under Tremendous Pressure to Make 2014-15 NBA Playoffs
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• LeBron James’ recent feats get full honesty from Suns coach Monty Williams
Another day, another milestone for that guy named LeBron James. The Los Angeles Lakers got seriously manhandled by the Phoenix Suns on Sunday night, 140-111. But for what it’s worth, LBJ got a little consolation prize after reaching 10,000 assists. The Lakers superstar, who’s been on an absolute tear, finished with 31 points, seven rebounds, […] The post LeBron James’ recen...2022
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• 1 Reason to Get Excited About Every NBA Lottery-Bound Team's Future
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• The Plight of No. 1: Leading Off NBA Draft Is an Honor, but Often a Curse, Too
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• How Russ Smith Can Hang on with the New Orleans Pelicans
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• NBA Insider: Criticism of Mark Jackson May Not Be Simply a Matter of Xs and Os
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• Daily Fantasy Basketball 2014: Best NBA FanDuel, DraftKings Lineup for Dec. 4
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• Win-Loss Predictions for New Orleans Pelicans in 2014-15 Season
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• The Pistons dug out of the NBA’s worst situation and finally gave their fans hope
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• ESPN’s decision to lay off Zach Lowe is a slap in the face to NBA fans
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• Central Notes: Stewart, Fontecchio, Bitim, White
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• Knicks’ chaotic, controversial win over Pistons included refs admitting mistake, Monty Williams rant
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• Isaiah Stewart’s punch on Drew Eubanks’ face before Suns-Pistons, explained
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• Are the Phoenix Suns NBA championship contenders or pretenders?
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• Erik Spoelstra’s gigantic new contract is richest in American sports history

Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Coach Spo got PAID. Erik Spoelstra is now the proud owner of the biggest coaching contract in NBA history. The Miami Heat inked their head coach to an eight-year, $120 million extension on Tuesday night. It’s the biggest contract any head coach has ever signed for in American professional sports, according to ESPN. The biggest NBA coaching contract ...2024
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• Phoenix Suns throw a curveball, hire Frank Vogel to replace Monty Williams
The Phoenix Suns went in an unexpected direction with Frank Vogel emerging as the head coach hire to replace Monty Williams. The Suns took the leap and fired Monty Williams this year after another embarrassing playoff exit. The hope was to find a head coach who would take them to the next level after Williams […] Phoenix Suns throw a curveball, hire Frank Vogel to replace Monty Williams - Fa...2023
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• ESPN’s decision to lay off Zach Lowe is a slap in the face to NBA fans
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• Report: Monty Williams Not Open To Buyout With Pistons
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• Patrick Beverley’s shocking role in Chris Paul, Suns’ NBA Finals loss vs Bucks
Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams recently opened up about the Phoenix Suns’ crushing NBA Finals loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. The 49-year-old revealed several details that contributed to Phoenix’s downfall, with one of them being Chris Paul’s wrist injury. CP3 was playing through a considerable injury throughout the Finals, which was perhaps the biggest […] The post Pa...2021
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• Report: Some Lakers execs fear hiring Tyronn Lue would give LeBron too much control
Tyronn Lue is considered one of the front-runners to land the Los Angeles Lakers’ head coaching job now that Luke Walton is out, but there are apparently some executives with the team who are not in favor of bringing Lue in. Why? Because they are leery of pairing him with LeBron James. Marc Stein of the New York Times reported this week that there is a “buzz circulating in coaching circles” that P...2019
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• Report: Monty Williams expected to be favorite for Bucks job
The Milwaukee Bucks may have already had a replacement candidate in mind when they fired head coach Jason Kidd on Monday.Sam Amick of USA TODAY reports that former New Orleans Pelicans coach Monty Williams is a “name to remember” for the now-vacant Bucks position. Chris Mannix of Yahoo! Sports later confirmed Amick’s report and added that Williams is expected to emerge as a favorite for the job. T...2018
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• From the Bottom to the Top: The Russell Westbrook Story
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• LeBron's Olympic Decision Should Be a Matter of Choice, Not of Duty
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• 3 Under-the-Radar 2015 NBA Free Agents for Oklahoma City Thunder to Pursue
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• Ranking the San Antonio Spurs' Biggest Needs in the 2015 NBA Draft
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