Traveling here. Speaking engagement there, but Izzo sees and hears all this “Michigan State Suns” chatter aimed at Phoenix Suns team owner Mat Ishbia, who hired Jordan Ott as his new head coach. The decision came with new general manager Brian Gregory playing a huge role in the process.

Phoenix opts for a young, emerging leader to rebuild a franchise that has regressed over the last few seasons and missed the postseason this year.