the Suns, Jusuf Nurkic and Mike Budenholzer

Suns playing better basketball with former starter Jusuf Nurkic buried deep on the bench
Things are looking up for the Phoenix Suns on the basketball court these days. The same can't be said for Jusuf Nurkic.
Suns' Jusuf Nurkic says he and Mike Budenholzer didn't speak for two months: 'We don't have a relationship'
Veteran center Jusuf Nurkic was benched earlier this season, and in a perfect world, the Suns would love to use his $18.1 million salary to land a difference-maker. In the meantime, though, he is still a member of the Suns and is working through those difficult circumstances.
Jusuf Nurkic says he and Mike Budenholzer didn't talk for 2 months, addresses Suns future
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic hasn't played since Jan. 7 at Charlotte but was available for Saurday's game.
Suns' Jusuf Nurkic Makes Shocking Revelation About Relationship with Mike Budenholzer
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic, after starting 23 games for the club this season and then being moved to the bench, hasn't played since January 7.
Suns’ center Jusuf Nurkic says of coach Mike Budenholzer, ‘We don’t have a relationship’
Suns center Jusuf Nurkic was unceremoniously benched.
Suns' Jusuf Nurkić: I 'don't have a relationship' with HC Mike Budenholzer
Suns center Jusuf Nurkić said he and head coach Mike Budenholzer "don't have a relationship" in the aftermath of his benching.
Suns' Jusuf Nurkic claims he has 'no relationship with HC Mike Budenholzer
Jusuf Nurkic said that he has no relationship with Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer over the past two months, but the coach disagrees.
Suns’ Jusuf Nurkic says he has no relationship with coach Budenholzer
Suns center Jusuf Nurkic said he has no relationship with coach Mike Budenholzer prior to Saturday's game versus the Washington Wizards.
Suns’ Jusuf Nurkic Drops Bombshell on Relationship With Mike Budenholzer
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic appeared in and started all but six of the team’s regular season contests during the 2023-24 campaign (plus all four playoff tilts), leading the squad in both games played and started with 76.
Jusuf Nurkic and Mike Budenholzer 'Don't Have a Relationship' Amid Suns Trade Drama
The Phoenix Suns have been at the center of NBA trade rumors all season. Sitting at a disappointing 23-21, the star-studded roster simply isn't living up to expectations. The team is expected to try and trade Bradley Beal for a player who fits better next to Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, but lost in the fold is center Jusuf Nurkic.
Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer specifies areas needing improvement
Suns coach Mike Budenholzer provides updates on Bradley Beal, Jusuf Nurkic and what he wants to see improved in the second half.
Suns-Clippers live updates: Phoenix seeks 3rd straight win vs Harden, LA
Led by Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, the Western Conference's eighth-place Suns have played well in January, winning seven ...
Phoenix Suns 119-109 Washington Wizards, NBA: Nurkic Says Budenzholder And Him 'Don't Have A Relationship'
Centre Jusuf Nurkic, who has started 23 games this season, was moved to the bench on January 7, and has not featured for ...
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Breaking down Suns' options ahead of the NBA trade deadline
The Phoenix Suns (23-21) are facing some decisions ahead of the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 6. Phoenix is in talks to trade ...
Suns injury update: Ryan Dunn out with ankle sprain, Bradley Beal back in starting lineup?
Bradley Beal started the second half for Dunn, who replaced him in the starting lineup beginning Jan. 6 at Philadelphia. Suns ...