John MacLeod voted greatest coach in Suns history by fans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

In a poll conducted by The Arizona Republic, readers chose John MacLeod as the greatest Phoenix Suns coach of all time, receiving 49.7% of the votes. MacLeod, who led the franchise to its first NBA Finals appearance in 1976, holds the records for most wins in both regular season and playoffs. Other notable figures included Cotton Fitzsimmons (21.4%), Mike D’Antoni (13.5%), Paul Westphal (13.3%), and Monty Williams (2.4%). The poll reflects the ongoing legacy of these coaches in the franchise's history.
- •MacLeod has 579 regular season wins as Suns coach.
- •Fitzsimmons ranks second with 341 victories.
- •MacLeod's tenure lasted 14 seasons.
- •Poll reflects fans' appreciation for franchise coaches.
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"The Arizona Republic asked readers who is the greatest Phoenix Suns coach of all time. Find out the results here.
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