The Phoenix Suns have parted ways with Head Coach Monty Williams, the team announced Saturday night.
Over the past two seasons, the Suns were eliminated in the second round, and in those elimination games, they were routed by the Mavericks last season and the Nuggets this season on their home court.
Williams, 51, spent the past four seasons in Phoenix, and during his time with the Suns, the team made the Finals in the 2021 season, and he helped change the culture.
He had a record of 194-115 with the Suns.
Over the past three seasons, which included him winning Coach of the Year in 2021, Williams was the winningest coach in the NBA.
“Monty has been foundational to our success over the past four seasons,” said President of Basketball Operations and General Manager James Jones via a press release. “We are filled with gratitude for everything Monty has contributed to the Suns and to the Valley community.
“While it was difficult for me to make this decision, I look forward to continuing the work to build a championship team.”
Phoenix has a solid core of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Deandre Ayton, and Chris Paul, but with new ownership, who are looking to win now, you get the sense they may make some changes to this roster.
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