Jusuf Nurkić, Phoenix Suns and Mike Budenholzer

Benched Suns center Jusuf Nurkić didn’t talk to coach Mike Budenholzer for 2 months: ‘We don't have a relationship’
Jusuf Nurkić and Mike Budenholzer aren’t in a good place.
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.
Suns playing better basketball with former starter Jusuf Nurkic buried deep on the bench
The struggling Nurkic has gone from the starting center to a benchwarmer in the space of about a month. Coach Mike Budenholzer doesn’t seem like he’s going to reverse that decision any time soon — especially with the Suns winning eight of their last 11 games and the emergence of newcomer Nick Richards .
Nurkić: 'Life Is Not Fair' amid Suns Trade Rumors; No 'Relationship' with Budenholzer
Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkić lamented that "life is not fair" as he remains in limbo ahead of the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline. "One door close, another
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 Nurkić: I 'don't have a relationship' with HC Mike Budenholzer
Suns center Jusuf Nurkić said he and head coach Mike Budenholzer "don't have a relationship" in the aftermath of his benching.
Report: Suns benched C Jusuf Nurkic, coach 'don't have a relationship'
Jusuf Nurkic apparently has gone from starting center to persona non grata with the Phoenix Suns. Nurkic hasn't played since a Jan. 7 loss to the Charlotte Hornets when he scored eight points and pulled down three rebounds in 19 minutes.
Jusuf Nurkic Claims He And Mike Budenholzer 'Don't Have A Relationship'
Jusuf Nurkic was incredibly open about how his current standing with Mike Budenholzer has impacted his playing career.
Former NBA Star Tells Jusuf Nurkić to ‘Sit Back’ on Phoenix Suns, ‘You’re Not That Guy
Of course, the Suns were expected to be one of the top teams in the West this season due to their superstar trio of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. Instead, they have struggled, which has ...
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Suns return to full strength as Beal, Nurkić expected to return against Wizards
The Phoenix Suns returning 3-2 after a five-game road trip are expected to be at full strength Saturday against the ...
Jusuf Nurkic available, but will he play with Nick Richards now starting for Phoenix Suns?
Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal and big Jusuf Nurkic practiced Friday heading into Saturday’s rematch against the Washington ...
Suns' Duo Receives Injury Update Ahead of Wizards Game
The Phoenix Suns provided an injury update about their duo ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Washington Wizards.
Suns tried including Jusuf Nurkic in Nicks Richards trade; eyed Cody Martin
Phoenix was looking to include center Jusuf Nurkic in the trade talks for Richards and coveted Hornets swingman Cody Martin, ...
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Newly-acquired Suns center ruled out vs. Wizards
The Phoenix Suns may have made a trade for him late Wednesday evening before the team clashes against the Washington Wizards, ...
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Player-coach rift dogs Suns, who face Clippers next
The Phoenix Suns have won seven of their last nine games as they enter Monday night's home contest against the Los Angeles ...