Monty Williams was named the 2021–22 NBA Coach of the Year after leading the Suns to a league-best 64–18 record during the regular season, the NBA announced on Monday.
The only thing better than his coaching performance this year was the manner in which he received the award.
Williams was surprised with the honor by his family after Phoenix’s practice on Monday. As point guard Chris Paul was talking to the team, Williams’s son walked in holding the Coach of the Year trophy, presenting his father with the honor as the Suns applauded.
After he embraced his family, Williams gave a touching speech to his players, giving them due credit for his award win.