PHOENIX (AP) — Mike Budenholzer has agreed to coach the Phoenix Suns, according to a person familiar with the decision, as the franchise turns to the man who beat them in the 2021 NBA Finals.

The 54-year-old Budenholzer replaces Frank Vogel, who was fired Thursday after one season. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal has not been officially announced.

ESPN and The Athletic both reported that Budenholzer’s deal was for five years, with The Athletic saying it was for roughly $50 million.

Budenholzer — from Holbrook, Arizona — was coach of the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021 when they roared back from a 2-0 deficit to beat the Suns in the Finals.

Phoenix has never won a championship, advancing to the Finals three times in 56 seasons.

The veteran coach will be charged with getting more out of the team’s All-Star trio of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. The group never quite meshed under Vogel, finishing last season with a 49-33 record before getting swept by Minnesota in the first round of the playoffs.

Budenholzer was fired by the Bucks after five seasons in 2023 and didn’t coach in the NBA last season. He also coached the Atlanta Hawks from 2013 to 2018 and has a 484-317 record over 10 seasons.

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Game two of the Brewers-Cardinals series is tonight, and another big Brewers prospect makes his debut: Robert Gasser gets his first MLB start tonight. He’ll face long-time veteran Lance Lynn, who the Brewers have seen plenty of over the years.

The Brewers will use a very similar lineup to yesterday. The only changes are that Christian Yelich will DH and Blake Perkins replaces Gary Sanchez in the lineup. The outfield spots will also shake up, as Perkins will take center field, Sal Frelick moves to right field, and Jake Bauers moves over to left field.

Here are the lineups for tonight. First pitch is at 7:10 p.m. on Bally Sports Wisconsin and the Brewers Radio Network.

MILWAUKEE – The City of Milwaukee has opened its application process for the hiring of Milwaukee Fire Department firefighters.

A news release says the examination process may include a basic knowledge test, structured oral interview, CPAT or other physical ability test, and background investigation. All phases of the examination must be successfully completed in order to continue in the selection process. Failure in any segment of the examination disqualifies a candidate from continuing in the selection process.

Officials say the current annual salary range is $38,412.60 to $85,240.27. Appointment is at the beginning of the range. After academy training is complete, the salary increases to $51,216.80 annually with benefits.

Who is eligible?

Candidates who successfully complete all phases of the examination will be placed on an eligible list for consideration for employment. Eligible lists are good for 2 years unless abolished or extended by the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners.

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Candidates offered employment must successfully complete a background investigation, medical examination, psychological evaluation, and drug test as a condition of employment.

Final appointment to the position of Firefighter is contingent upon passing all pre-employment components, the number of vacancies, State of Wisconsin EMT licensure, and approval by the Fire and Police Commission.

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It is anticipated that this list will be used for hire of candidates in August 2025.