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Phoenix Suns center Oso Ighodaro steps up with Mark Williams injured

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 12:00 AM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Phoenix Suns center Oso Ighodaro steps up with Mark Williams injured

Summary

With Mark Williams recovering from a labrum injury, Oso Ighodaro is poised to start for the Phoenix Suns in the 2026-27 season. The third-year center is seen as crucial for strengthening the frontcourt as the team evaluates its competitive future. Although Ighodaro has potential and shows continuous improvement, he must enhance his rebounding and develop an outside game to secure his role. His performance this season is key for determining his future with the Suns.

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Status Watch

•Ighodaro is expected to start at center in Williams' absence.
•He aims to improve defensive versatility and rebounding.
•The Suns have not extended Ighodaro's contract yet.
•Ighodaro needs to develop an offensive outside game.
•This season is critical for Ighodaro's role in Phoenix.

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12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Phoenix Suns 2026-27 Player Profile: Oso Ighodaro

What they're saying

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As Mark Williams recovers from injury, the third-year center enters a high-stakes litmus test to prove his defensive versatility and rebounding can anchor the Phoenix frontcourt.
— Yahoo Sports

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