Suns’ Durant, Booker, Beal aim for success in Year 2
- The Suns finished the 2023 regular season with a 49-33 record but were swept in the first round of the playoffs.
- New head coach Mike Budenholzer has been brought in to replace Frank Vogel, aiming to enhance team performance.
- The franchise hopes that continuity among its star players and a revamped supporting cast will lead to a more successful season.
In Phoenix, the Suns are looking to improve after a disappointing first year with their star trio of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal. The team finished the regular season with a 49-33 record but was swept in the first round of the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves. The players gathered for a fresh start, acknowledging the need to use last season's failures as motivation. Booker emphasized the importance of learning from their past experiences. The Suns have made significant changes in the offseason, including hiring new head coach Mike Budenholzer, who replaces Frank Vogel after just one season. Budenholzer, an Arizona native, previously led the Milwaukee Bucks to a championship. The team is also focused on building chemistry among its players, especially after Beal struggled with injuries and adapting to his role last season. Both Durant and Booker participated in the U.S. basketball team's gold medal win in Paris, which has helped them stay in shape and maintain their competitive edge. As they prepare for Year 2, the Suns hope that continuity and a revamped supporting cast will lead to greater success on the court.