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Steve Nash Returns to Suns as Senior Advisor

9/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Steve Nash returns to the Phoenix Suns as a senior advisor, announced by owner Mat Ishbia on September 22, 2025.
Nash is a Hall of Famer who spent 10 seasons with the Suns, winning MVPs in 2005 and 2006.
This is his first front-office role after coaching the Brooklyn Nets (2020–2022) amid Suns leadership changes after a 36-46 season.

History

Historical Context

In 2004, the Phoenix Suns hired Mike D'Antoni as head coach, marking a shift towards a fast-paced, high-scoring style known as "7 seconds or less." This approach led to a franchise-record 62 wins in the 2004-2005 season and earned Steve Nash consecutive MVP awards in 2005 and 2006. Nash's return as a senior advisor in 2025 underscores the team's commitment to its successful legacy.

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Story summary

Steve Nash returns to the Phoenix Suns as a senior advisor, announced by owner Mat Ishbia on September 22, 2025.
Nash is a Hall of Famer who spent 10 seasons with the Suns, winning MVPs in 2005 and 2006.
This is his first front-office role after coaching the Brooklyn Nets (2020–2022) amid Suns leadership changes after a 36-46 season.

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