LAS VEGAS – The Phoenix Suns will continue the Michigan State connection with the addition of Mateen Cleaves as a player-development coach. Cleaves was at Phoenix’s practice on July 10 in Las Vegas, ...

NCAA champion joins the Suns as a player development coach, reuniting with former teammate and current Suns owner Matt Ishbia.

In his new role with the Suns, Mateen Cleaves wants to bring mentorship to the young team on and off the court.

Former Michigan State basketball player and current Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia and his former Spartan teammate, Mateen Cleaves, are back together in Phoenix.

Mateen Cleaves, the newest addition to the Phoenix Suns' coaching staff, played six NBA seasons from 2000-06.

The Phoenix Suns have reportedly agreed to hire Jesse Mermuys as a top assistant and former Michigan State star Mateen Cleaves as well.