The Phoenix Suns have hired Ty Corbin as an assistant coach on the staff of Earl Watson.

Corbin was an assistant coach of the Utah Jazz for several seasons before becoming head coach until 2014. Corbin then became an assistant coach and interim head coach with the Sacramento Kings.

Watson was hired by the Suns on a permanent basis after replacing Jeff Hornacek midseason.

Corbin was also a finalist for the Golden State Warriors' assistant coach position.