The Phoenix Suns have fired Mike Budenholzer, according to ESPN. 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,

The Phoenix Suns fired head coach Mike Budenholzer after one season, the team announced Monday. Budenholzer led the Suns to a 36-46 record in 2024-25.

The Phoenix Suns, who wildly underachieved for yet another season, fired their third head coach in as many years, parting ways with Mike Budenholzer, the team confirmed. In a statement Monday, the team said its "fans deserve better." Budenholzer logged a 36-46 record in his lone season with the Suns.