Monday, June 9 2008 -- The search for a replacement for Phoenix coach Mike D'Antoni is still going on apparently the manager has short listed it down to four candidates. The last of the group, San Antonio Spurs assistant Mike Budenholzer, was interviewed Tuesday, one day after Detroit Pistons assistant Terry Porter had his second interview for the job. Two other assistant coaches, Elston Turner of Houston and Tyrone Corbin of Utah, also have had second interviews.

The general manager Steve Kerr reported saying we're getting a lot closer, our interview process is probably completed. There may be a few more phone conversations. But we're really pleased with the candidates that we've put together.

There were also some indications by the manager that the fired Piston coach will not be added to the list of the coaches to be selected. Kerr said. "I have a lot of respect for him, but I also think the process we've undertaken is a good one. We feel really good about it. I don't feel like changing course altogether and doing something that's just totally out of the blue."

While Suns general manager Steve Kerr didn't call them finalists, he praised the four individually and said all remained under consideration.