Monty Williams named Assistant Head Coach for Team USA

Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty ImagesTimes have certainly changed for the Phoenix Suns, and in no area is that more apparent than at the head coach position.

On April 23, 2019, the organization parted ways with head coach Igor Kokoshov after one season – 82 total games coached – with the team. This was after the team had bid adieu to Jay Triano – 79 games coached – on April 29, 2018. And Earl Watson on October 22, 2017, just three games into the 2017-18 campaign. 118 games coached. Don’t forget Jeff Hornacek – 213 games coached – prior to Watson.

In short, the Suns had a problem bringing in a head coach who could effectively and successfully execute their vision. From the outside…