Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the Suns have narrowed their coaching search down to two names and that Booker "has been involved in the search process over the past seven to 10 days." Charania reported that the two contenders for the position are Cleveland Cavaliers assistant coaches Johnnie Bryant and Jordan Ott.

After firing Mike Budenholzer on April 14 and naming Gregory as the new GM on May 1, the Suns embarked on a comprehensive coaching search. Gregory led a multi-round process that began with over 15

Suns owner Mat Ishbia has narrowed his coaching search down to two finalists, both of which are assistant coaches with the Cavs.