Mat Ishbia just introduced a new head coach for the Suns, but more than that, he planted a flag. “Excited to welcome Jordan Ott as our new head coach of the @Suns!” Ishbia posted on X. “Jordan is a young and hungry coach with a relentless work ethic. His leadership and knowledge of the game will make a big impact here in Phoenix as we continue to build our organization together.”
The keyword? Build. And that’s exactly what’s raising eyebrows, because Ishbia’s bold tone comes as reports swirl around another potential pivot — whether or not to move Kevin Durant. After a second-straight early playoff exit, Phoenix is walking the fine line between doubling down or tearing it down, and Ott’s hiring, who has also worked with the Lakers and Nets, could point to a fresh slate.
KD, who turns 37 next season, has two years left on his deal and no clear roadmap to a Finals return. Could Ishbia’s “hungry” new hire be step one of a reset? Whatever the case, Phoenix is entering a summer of high-stakes decisions, and this story is only getting started! Keep an eye out here for updates.
(This is a developing story…)
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