Monty Williams says he only played Deandre Ayton 17 minutes based on ‘internal’ decision, Ayton skips press conference

Phoenix Suns starting center Deandre Ayton didn’t talk to the media after playing just 17 minutes in Game 7 vs. the Dallas Mavericks.

Here’s head coach Monty Williams’ answer on why he only played Ayton under 20 minutes.

(Via Fanatics View):

Reporter: “D.A. only played 17 minutes tonight and he didn’t play most of the 4th quarter. Is there any reason why? Is he hurt?”

Monty Williams: “It’s internal.”