Riley was named NBA Coach of the Year for the first time in 1989–90, but stepped down as Lakers head coach after they lost to the Phoenix Suns in the playoffs. At the time of his departure, Riley was the foremost coach in the NBA with a level of fame not seen since Red Auerbach .

Jan 14, 2025 · However, Riley’s career ended with the Phoenix Suns in 1976, after spending just one season there. His career stats read a not-very-impressive average of 7.4 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 1.7 assists over 528 games.

59 minutes ago · Green's Golden State Warriors and the Philadelphia 76ers have recently been cited as potential landing spots for Butler, while the Phoenix Suns have been the most frequently pitched destination ...

Jan 14, 2025 · The Heat entered Tuesday with a 20-18 record, seventh best in the Eastern Conference. The Suns, meanwhile, are 19-19 and in 10th place in the Western Conference.

Dec 26, 2024 · Miami Heat president Pat Riley released a statement on Thursday to address the ongoing trade smoke that surrounds superstar player Jimmy Butler, much of which has linked him to the Phoenix...

Jan 22, 2025 · Pat Riley on Jimmy Butler: ... 2025 — In the wake of the Suns’ deal with the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night, in which Phoenix tripled its lot of available first-round picks, ...

Born: Mar 20, 1945 (79 years old) Birthplace/Hometown: Rome, New York. Nationality: United States. Height: 6-4 (193cm) Weight: 205 (93kg) Current NBA Status: Unrestricted Free Agent. …

Riley finished his playing career with the 1976 Western Conference Champion Phoenix Suns. Born in Schenectady, NY, Riley attended Linton High School where he became a two-sport star in...

Pat Riley played for 3 NBA teams in his career - Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, San Diego Rockets. When was Pat Riley drafted? Pat Riley was drafted in the 1st round (#7 overall) of the 1967 ...

May 30, 2023 · 1972, Lakers guard: Riley played nine seasons for the pre-Houston Rockets, the L.A. Lakers and the Phoenix Suns. He had bigger individual seasons, but that 1971-72 Lakers bunch ranks among...