The Rockets will start the season without their best defensive player as Patrick Beverley has opted to have surgery on his left knee.
The Rockets have interviewed former head coach Mike D'Antoni for their vacant position, and interim coach J.B. Bickerstaff has withdrawn his name from contention, according to sources.
The Suns plan to consider multiple candidates, including interim coach Earl Watson, Luke Walton, Mike D'Antoni and Dan Majerle, in their search for a new head coach.
Carmelo Anthony admitted his patience is being challenged by the Knicks' struggles and recent franchise instability.
Steve Nash is not interested in the Phoenix Suns' coaching vacancy, despite the team having interest in him for it, sources told ESPN on Monday.
Sixers coach Brett Brown praised Mike D'Antoni effusively hours after the team announced his hiring as associate head coach, calling him "one of the most innovative minds."
