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Value of Mark Williams has never been higher to Phoenix Suns

Mark Williams has never meant more to the Phoenix Suns than he does right now by virtue of being unavailable as their season quickly falls apart.

By Luke Duffy · Valley of the Suns

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 8:00 PM

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Writer Luke Duffy argues Mark Williams' value has peaked for Phoenix due to struggles in his absence.
Williams is expected to miss most of the season following shoulder surgery.
The Phoenix Suns currently hold the NBA's worst defensive rating at 125.8.

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Valley of the Suns argues that starting center Mark Williams' value to the Phoenix Suns has risen dramatically during his absence. Williams is expected to miss most of the season following shoulder surgery, exposing major weaknesses in the team's interior rotation.

The writer notes that Phoenix currently holds the NBA's worst defensive rating at 125.8 without Williams anchoring the floor. While backup big men Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach offer athleticism and upside, the author argues Williams will likely never win a playoff series in Phoenix due to potential roster rebuilds.

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