The Phoenix Suns hired a new head coach.
The Suns agreed to a deal with Frank Vogel, according to multiple reports. Shams Charania of The Athletic says Vogel will get a five-year, $31 million contract.
Phoenix reportedly narrowed its search to four or five candidates last week, one of which was Nick Nurse. The former Toronto Raptors coach has since been hired by the Philadelphia 76ers. The Suns were also said to be considering Doc Rivers, Kevin Young and Jordi Fernandez.
Monty Williams, who was fired by the Suns after the season, has since landed a massive new deal with the Detroit Pistons.
Vogel, 49, coached the Los Angeles Lakers for three seasons from 2019-2022. He led the team to an NBA title in 2020 during the pandemic-shortened season.
Vogel was the head coach of the Orlando Magic and Indiana Pacers prior to landing the L.A. job, so he has extensive experience. That is clearly something new Suns owner Mat Ishbia values.
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