Suns focus on Mark Williams after Collin Gillespie re-signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 2:50 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Phoenix Suns will prioritize discussions surrounding center Mark Williams after re-signing guard Collin Gillespie to a four-year, $48 million contract. The team's financial constraints complicate matters, as keeping both players seemed unlikely. The possibility of Williams returning hinges on him accepting a qualifying offer, given his injury history and the Suns' tight salary cap situation. The next few days leading up to the NBA Draft will be crucial in determining the team's direction, especially if they consider drafting a new center.
- •Suns re-signed Collin Gillespie for four years at $48 million.
- •Mark Williams' return is uncertain due to injury history and salary cap.
- •Phoenix must manage its payroll close to the luxury tax ceiling.
- •General manager Brian Gregory is exploring options to fill remaining roster spots.
- •Upcoming NBA Draft may influence Williams' future with the team.
- 2:50 AMYahoo Sports — Suns gameplan regarding Mark Williams following Collin Gillespie re-signing for 2026
"PHOENIX – After re-signing Collin Gillespie to a four-year, $48 million deal, the Phoenix Suns will shift their focus towards starting center Mark Williams. The franchise doesn’t have a lot of money to work with this offseason, as bringing back Gillespie and Williams seemed impossible.
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