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Suns' Mark Williams Undergoes Shoulder Surgery, Misses Extended Period
Confirmed
In Short: Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder and will miss an extended period, according to reports.
The Phoenix Suns announced that starting center Mark Williams underwent successful surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder on Thursday. According to ESPN Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania, Williams is expected to miss an extended period of time for recovery.
Williams, a first-round 2022 NBA Draft pick, has struggled with injuries throughout his four-year career, including a foot injury last season that caused him to miss numerous games. He averaged more than 11 points and roughly 8 rebounds per game last season.
The Suns retained Williams with a three-year, $38 million contract, and his absence could significantly impact the team's lineup, especially considering he appeared in a career-high 60 regular-season games last season but was unavailable for the Suns' first-round playoff series against Oklahoma City.
The Suns will now face the challenge of managing their center position without Williams, who entered restricted free agency at the end of the season and was struck with the injury bug again.
What's confirmed
- Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams underwent surgery Thursday to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder and will miss an extended period of time, sources tell ESPN.
- Williams suffered the injury in an offseason workout.
What's still developing
- However, the team says a timetable for Williams’ return has not yet been determined.
- Williams, a first-round 2022 NBA Draft pick, spent three seasons with the Charlotte Hornets before being traded to the Suns in June 2025.
- Dec 23, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams (15) slam dunks the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.