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On YouTubePhoenix Suns News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / June 11
New Suns Coach, Former MSU Assistant, Admirably Defends His Hiring
Mat Ishbia, former Michigan State guard and current owner of the Phoenix Suns, has taken some heat lately for hires that have Michigan State ties. Earlier this spring, Ishbia promoted former Michigan State assistant Brian Galloway as the Suns' general manager.
Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / June 10
Suns' Jordan Ott Sends Message to Critics About Mat Ishbia, Michigan State Ties
The Phoenix Suns have a busy offseason ahead of them as they are expected to make some major changes to their roster after their disappointing season. Phoenix finished the season 11th in the Western Conference with an abysmal 36-46 record that resulted in them missing the playoffs for the first time since the 2019-20 campaign.
Phoenix Suns News / Fadeaway World / June 8
Big Problem For The Phoenix Suns: Mat Ishbia Is Reportedly Out Of Money
The Phoenix Suns haven't had a lot go right for them lately, and there's more bad news coming now. The Athletic's Zach Harper revealed on the Basketball Illuminati podcast that the Suns' majority owner, Mat Ishbia, is struggling in terms of liquid cash.
The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz
An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?
Phoenix Suns News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / June 6
Mat Ishbia Ridiculed for Speculated Reliance on Spartan Heritage
Phoenix Suns fans are beside themselves this offseason, and rightfully so. Since making the NBA Finals in 2021, the Suns have failed to advance past the second round, even despite gaining stars like Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal along the way.
NBA News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / June 5
Spartan Alum, Ishbia Brother, Reaches Agreement With White Sox Ownership
The Ishbia brothers, Mat and Justin, have had quite a two-day period. The Michigan State alums are both owners, each in different capacities, of professional sports teams, and both represent Michigan State as two of its wealthiest alums.
Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 5
Suns rumors: Insider calls out ‘laughable’ Mat Ishbia claim
A recent claim by Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia has drawn sharp criticism, with The Athletic’s Sam Amick calling the assertion “laughable” during an appearance on Sactown Sports 1140.
Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 5
Suns Owner's Brother Strikes Deal to Be Future Owner of MLB Team
The Ishbias are expanding their ownership across multiple sports. The Chicago White Sox announced Thursday that Justin Ishbia, brother of Suns owner Mat
Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / June 5
Chicago White Sox Owner Jerry Reinsdorf Reaches Agreement With Justin Ishbia
CHICAGO – The Chicago White Sox announced major news Thursday regarding future ownership of the team. Owner Jerry Reinsdorf has reached a long-term investment agreement with Justin Ishbia, the founding partner of Shore Capital Partners and part majority owner of the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury.
NBA News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 5
Jerry Reinsdorf, Justin Ishbia Reach Agreement For Ishbia To Obtain Future Majority Stake In White Sox
The White Sox announced Thursday that chairman and majority owner Jerry Reinsdorf and minority owner Justin Ishbia “have reached a long-term investment
Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 5
Suns Owner Makes Bold Proclamation in Letter Sent to Staff
PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia wanted to do more than just name a new head coach for the franchise Wednesday after the Suns reportedly hired Cleveland
Phoenix Suns News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / June 5
MSU Alum Ishbia Hiring Fellow Spartan as Suns HC
Mat Ishbia is one of the Michigan State's most well-renowned alums. The Phoenix Suns owner initially found much success when he first bought the NBA franchise, but lately, his club has taken a major step backward, failing to make the playoffs and ending a four-year postseason streak that began with an NBA Finals appearance.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 5
Suns owner sticks it to his rival with hiring of team's new HC
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia and Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert have a long-standing rivalry based on their mortgage businesses. Now Ishbia has struck a blow by hiring one of the Cavaliers assistant coaches as his new head coach.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 4
Suns rumors: Mat Ishbia-Jordan Ott revelation emerges despite Michigan State ties
The Phoenix Suns finally found their new head coach on Wednesday, hiring former Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott to lead the next iteration of the team.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / June 2
What the Suns final two candidates for head coaching job mean
The Phoenix Suns final two candidates for its head coaching vacancy might start up some conspiracy theories. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Monday that the franchise is down to Cleveland Cavaliers assistants Johnnie Bryant and Jordan Ott to be the next head coach.
NBA News / Cleveland Cavaliers on SI / June 2
Cavaliers Assistant Advances in Suns Head Coaching Search
One of the Cleveland Cavaliers' top assistants has taken the next step in potentially landing the Phoenix Suns' head coaching job. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott, along with Miami Heat assistant Chris Quinn, are expected to move on to the second round of the Suns' coaching search.
Phoenix Suns News / The SportsRush / June 1
Suns Trade Rumors: Devin Booker Update as Mat Ishbia Instils Trust In His Star On Major Decision
Following a season in which they finished 11th in the Western Conference, the Phoenix Suns are bracing for yet another desperation-fueled offseason. This summer is expected to revolve around their search for a new head coach, among other major roster decisions.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 24
Former Warriors executive Bob Myers should avoid Suns job at all costs
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia reportedly has a dream front-office candidate in former Golden State Warriors guru Bob Myers.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 21
Suns eyeing new front office personnel this offseason
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia sat at the end-of-season press conference and made a proclamation that changes will be coming this offseason. Ishbia named generalized bulleted points that the franchise needed to improve on, namely establishing an identity that is like the city of Phoenix: Gritty.
Phoenix Suns News / Larry Brown Sports / April 18
Suns owner has telling comments about Mike Budenholzer
The Suns have not been shy about using former head coach Mike Budenholzer as their scapegoat.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 18
Fans weigh in: Is Mat Ishbia the Suns’ savior or setback?
PHOENIX — After Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia publicly defended himself against Stephen A. Smith, fans across social media delivered a wide range of reactions — from fierce criticism to cautious praise.
Phoenix Suns News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17
Suns owner Mat Ishbia makes very bold promise after awful season
Mat Ishbia’s tenure as Phoenix Suns owner hasn’t quite gone to plan so far, but he isn’t about to throw in the towel. Ishbia met with reporters on Wednesday after his team’s disappointing season came to an end.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 17
Suns owner Mat Ishbia promises championships to fans in Phoenix
The Phoenix Suns held its end-of-season press conference on Thursday, headlined by owner Mat Ishbia, who made a lot of promises for the team’s future. Ishbia opened the media scrum bluntly, saying the 2024-2025 season was “embarrassing” for the franchise.
Phoenix Suns News / Yardbarker / April 17
Suns' head-coaching job is a poisoned chalice
For the third summer in a row, the Phoenix Suns are looking for a new head coach. While they've attracted championship-winning coaches and paid big salaries, owner Mat Ishbia's lack of patience makes this a bad job.
Mat Ishbia News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 14
Prominent potential buyer of Minnesota Twins emerges
The Pohlad family announced they were considering selling the Twins over two months ago, and a prominent potential buyer has now been identified. According to Bloomberg’s Isis Almeida, Miranda Davis and Randall Williams, a group led by billionaire Justin Ishbia has expressed interest in purchasing the franchise.
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