Suns finalize new coach, 4-year contract starts a new chapter of reconstruction

The Phoenix Suns officially appointed 36-year-old Jordan Ott as the new head coach, with a contract of four years. The former Cavaliers assistant coach served as NBA head coach for the first time and became the youngest active coach in the league.

core player Devin Booker played a key role in the coach selection process, and he strongly recommended Ultra as the position. This will be the 8th head coach of Booker's 11-year Suns career. The Suns are currently paying four coaches at the same time, including new coach Ott and three predecessors: Monty Williams, Vogel and Budenholzer, which is rare in the NBA. Durant's opinion was not sought during the coach selection process, indicating that he was about to leave the team. According to sources, Durant's trade negotiations will heat up in the next 2-3 weeks and are expected to be completed before the draft. According to league rules, if Durant stays in the team, he can renew his contract for 124 million for two years, and if he is traded, he will sign up to 111 million for two years.

, unlike Durant, Bill, who has the right to veto the transaction, expressed his desire to stay in the team. With Ultra taking office and Durant likely to leave the team, the Suns will open a new chapter.