Deandre Ayton

Deandre Ayton said he and Suns coach Monty Williams haven't talked since Game 7 when Phoenix lost to Dallas in the Western Conference semifinals.

Deandre Ayton, who had a tense summer with the Suns, said he hasn't spoken with head coach Monty Williams since he was benched during a stunning Game 7 loss to Dallas last May.

Coach Monty Williams said "I haven't talked to a lot of guys."

The Phoenix Suns center spoke on Tuesday about his relationship with his head coach following last season's stunning exit from the playoffs.

PHOENIX (AP) All-Stars Devin Booker and Chris Paul, along with freshly paid Deandre Ayton and coach Monty Williams, are back together for another run at an elusive NBA title. One man who apparently won't be along on the journey - team owner Robert Sarver. The Suns met in downtown Phoenix on Monday for media day, less than a week after the embattled Sarver announced his intention to sell the team.