By joining the Suns, Magic assistant Jesse Mermuys will help first-time NBA head coach Jordan Ott, similarly to how he helped Jamahl Mosley in Orlando. Mermuys had been with the Magic since 2021.

"The Phoenix Suns are hiring Orlando Magic assistant Jesse Mermuys as a top assistant coach on Jordan Ott's staff, sources tell ESPN. Critical hire for Ott to lure a lead assistant from a well-respected Magic staff," Charania tweeted.

Suns players Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro are emphasizing a winning culture in the NBA Summer League. LAS VEGAS – New Phoenix Suns assistant coach DeMarre Carroll chuckled for a quick second when learning Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro’s approach to NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.

The Phoenix Suns are hiring Orlando Magic assistant Jesse Mermuys as a top assistant coach on Jordan Ott's staff, sources tell ESPN. Critical hire for Ott to lure a lead assistant from a well-respected Magic staff.

According to John Gambadoro, a longtime radio host from the state of Arizona, is reporting that former Michigan State point guard and national champion Mateen Cleaves will be joining the Suns in a player development role.

Jordan Ott will be Phoenix's fourth head coach in four seasons. He has been filling out his lineup of assistant coaches.

St. Joseph's forward Rasheer Fleming was the Phoenix Suns' No. 31 overall pick and Kentucky's Koby Brea was No. 41 in the 2025 NBA Draft.