Jusuf Nurkic, Phoenix Suns and Mike Budenholzer

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.
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.
Report: Suns benched C Jusuf Nurkic, coach 'don't have a relationship'
Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes ran in two touchdowns and threw for another as the Chiefs beat the Buffalo Bills 32-29 in the AFC Championship game on Sunday to advance to a Super Bowl match-up against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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.
The mysterious 'disappearance' of Jusuf Nurkic from the Suns
The Phoenix Suns are one of the most active teams in the market with some moves, such as the arrival of Nick Richards in exchange for Josh Okogie, designed to prepare the ground fo
Suns’ center Jusuf Nurkic says of coach Mike Budenholzer, ‘We don’t have a relationship’
Suns center Jusuf Nurkic was unceremoniously benched.
Suns' Jusuf Nurkic says he, Budenholzer 'don't have relationship'
Suns center Jusuf Nurkic, who hasn't played since Jan. 7, said he hasn't spoken to head coach Mike Budenholzer in two months.
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 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 Doesn’t Believe Suns Will Be Able To Trade Him
Jusuf Nurkic expressed skepticism that the Suns can trade him before the deadline, and he talked about a lack of communication from coach Mike Budenholzer.
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.
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.
Community Shootaround: Jusuf Nurkic
Will the Suns be able to trade demoted center Jusuf Nurkic? Will they buy him out? Voice your opinion on our Community ...