Budenholzer reminisces on Arizona past, but quickly turns to future leading the Phoenix Suns

PHOENIX (AP) — Mike Budenholzer got a little teary-eyed talking about his past in Arizona, describing an idyllic childhood in the small town of Holbrook, about three hours northeast of Phoenix. Those tears dried up in a hurry when talking about his future. “It's...

Mike Budenholzer is hired as coach of the Phoenix Suns, replacing Frank Vogel

PHOENIX (AP) — Mike Budenholzer is the newest head coach of the Phoenix Suns, with the franchise turning to the man who beat them in the 2021 NBA Finals. The 54-year-old Budenholzer replaces Frank Vogel, who was fired Thursday after one season. Budenholzer agreed to the deal on...

Mike Budenholzer agrees to coach Phoenix Suns, day after Frank Vogel's firing, AP source says

PHOENIX (AP) — Mike Budenholzer agrees to coach Phoenix Suns, day after Frank Vogel's firing, AP source says.

Charlotte Hornets hire Celtics assistant coach Charles Lee to be their next head coach

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Charlotte Hornets named Charles Lee as their head coach on Thursday, hoping he'll turn around the long-struggling NBA franchise. The 39-year-old Lee joins the Hornets after serving as the Boston Celtics top assistant coach. Lee will complete the...

Bucks' up-and-down season reaching low point just before the playoffs

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks' roller coaster season has hit its nadir with the playoffs less than two weeks away. The Bucks have lost four straight games and six of their past seven. They’re 15-17 under coach Doc Rivers after going 32-14 before his arrival. ...