The Phoenix Suns have made a bold move to bolster their frontcourt, acquiring center Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets in a trade reported by ESPN on June 26, 2025. The deal, which sends Vasilije Micić, the 29th overall draft pick (used to select Liam McNeeley), and a 2029 draft pick to Charlotte, addresses Phoenix’s need for interior presence, especially after their midseason acquisition of Nick Richards last year, as noted by NBA.com. Williams, known for his impressive 2024-25 stats of 15.3 points and 10.2 rebounds with a 60.4% field goal percentage, brings a strong defensive skill set to a Suns team looking to compete in the Western Conference, according to Basketball-Reference.com data. This trade signals Phoenix’s intent to build around their core, pairing Williams with their recent draft pick Khaman Maluach.
The Suns land Mark Williams for two first-round picks
