Phoenix Suns fire Budenholzer after missing playoffs

In a terse, one-line statement, the Suns said Budenholzer had been sacked after the team's worst league finish since 2019. "Competing at the highest level remains our goal, and we failed to meet expectations this season," the statement said. "Our fans deserve better. Change is needed." The Suns, who invested heavily in a roster which included Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, finished 11thin the Western Conference with a 36-46 record. Phoenix's payroll is reportedly around $220 million (194 million euros)...