Phoenix Suns start Oso Ighodaro at center against Orlando Magic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 2:04 AM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026

The Phoenix Suns have made a change in their starting lineup, where Oso Ighodaro will replace Khaman Maluach at center for the game against the Orlando Magic. The Suns are looking to improve their record after starting the season with a 1-5 mark, including four consecutive losses. Ighodaro, who is in his third NBA season, averages 8.3 points and 5.3 rebounds, while Maluach had an average of 7.2 points and six rebounds in his first six games. The Suns are currently last in the NBA for defensive rating. Mark Williams remains sidelined due to shoulder surgery, which has impacted the team’s performance so far.
- •Ighodaro replaces Maluach in the starting lineup for the first time this season.
- •Suns hold a 1-5 record, losing their last four games.
- •Maluach averaged 7.2 points and six rebounds in his first six games.
- •Williams is out for months following shoulder surgery.
- 2:04 AMYahoo Sports — Phoenix Suns make change in starting lineup after 1-5 start
"The Phoenix Suns are starting Oso Ighodaro for the first time this season as he's replacing Khaman Maluach in the starting lineup.
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