Phoenix Suns Say Stay for a While: What Alvin Gentry’s Extension Signals

September 24th, 2010 by Patrick Clarke Leave a reply »
If you don't already know by now, the Phoenix Suns' Alvin Gentry recently signed an extension with the team to be the head coach through the 2012-13 season.

So where do we go from here?

Well, those closest to the Sun's situation would tell you that no one matches Phoenix's style of play better than Alvin Gentry, who took over for Terry Porter midway through the 2008-09 season.

Since that time, Gentry has gone 72-41, including an impressive 46-12 record at home in that span.

But next season is sure to be a challenge for Gentry. All-Star forward Amar'e Stoudemire is in New York, the Suns have added new pieces to an already tight-knit group, and the Western conference isn't getting any easier.

Gentry's extension signals several things from the Phoenix franchise. One being that the success experienced under Gentry's short tenure is expected to continue with the plethora of young talent at his disposal. With players like Robin Lopez, Goran Dragic, and Jared Dudley all playing vital roles on last year's team.

Also, Gentry's resigning signals the success of an offensive-first mentality combined wit ...

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