The Phoenix Suns hired Cleveland Cavaliers assistant coach Jordan Ott as its next coach, the team announced Friday. Ott joined Cleveland's staff last summer and was integral to the Cavs finishing with 64 wins during the regular season.

Ott, 40, was an assistant coach for the Cleveland Cavaliers this past season. Suns owner Mat Ishbia cited Ott's focus on excellence and accountability were key factors in the hiring. “To be named the head coach of the Phoenix Suns is a dream come true,

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.