Tom Izzo wasn't really that close to leaving Michigan State last offseason, after all. In April, MSU's longtime head coach revealed , during an appearance on "The Dan Patrick Show," that he had "talked seriously" with Phoenix Suns owner and MSU alumnus Mat Ishbia about the Suns' then-vacant head coaching position. Ishbia Addresses Headline Jan 29, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia against the Detroit Pistons in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images One key distinction here is that Izzo never said he was formally offered the position. Last week, Ishbia had his end-of-season press conference . During his time speaking, he was asked about whether he had actually offered Izzo the job. Ishbia says that was not the case. "I talk to Coach Izzo about everything, all the time," Ishbia said. "He was not offered a job. I think people misunderstood what he said, but either way, we talk to Coach Izzo all the time.…