Phoenix Suns Dismiss Mike Budenholzer After Disappointing Season
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The Phoenix Suns have fired head coach Mike Budenholzer after a single season, following a 36-46 record and missing the NBA playoffs. The team, with the league's highest payroll, expressed disappointment in failing to meet expectations and announced the need for change. Budenholzer, who was hired with high expectations after winning an NBA title with the Milwaukee Bucks, struggled to mesh with the team's star players, leading to his dismissal.
Key Points
Mike Budenholzer was fired by the Phoenix Suns after one season.
The Suns had a 36-46 record, finishing 11th in the Western Conference.
The team's high payroll and failure to meet expectations led to the decision.
Budenholzer was unable to effectively mesh with key players like Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal.
The Suns are now looking for their fourth head coach in four seasons.
Injuries limited the playtime of the team's star trio, impacting performance.
