Williams Out, Suns Rely on Backup Centers | NBA News

Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams is sidelined for the foreseeable future after surgery for a torn labrum suffered during offseason workouts — a brutal blow as the team gears up for the new season. The 38M, three-year contract signing this offseason now faces a major setback, especially since he battled a foot injury last year that limited his play. With Williams out, the Suns turn to Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach to fill the void — both ready to step up, especially since Ighodaro already handled center duties in the playoffs last year. The team hasn’t set a return date, but expect a “next man up” approach as they navigate this injury crisis amid a history of key player setbacks.

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