On May 31, The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported that former Phoenix Suns coach, Monty Williams, was signing a record-breaking deal to become the Detroit Pistons’ new head coach. Considering how Williams is seen as one of the best coaches in the NBA, and had considerable success in developing talent in Phoenix, his addition to the Eastern Conference will certainly create more competition – especially for the Charlotte Hornets.
Breaking: Monty Williams and the Detroit Pistons have agreed in principle on a six-year, $72 million deal for Williams to become the franchise’s new head coach, sources tell me and @JLEdwardsIII.