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Mark Williams might just be the unsung hero for the Phoenix Suns . After they took down the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-105 on Monday, the center posted an impressive statistical line.
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He had 22 points, seven rebounds, and two steals while making seven of his nine shots. With the main topic of discussion being how Williams was traded to the Suns , he's making the franchise look like a genius.
Even without Devin Booker or Jalen Green , the center was arguably the most impactful player on the court. Immediately following the game, Williams was told the Phoenix jersey looks good on him , which led to this response.
"It's home, man," Williams said.
Three simple words that define his journey this season. Despite being a case of untapped potential due to injuries, he's been revealing all of that and then some in 2025-26.
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The efficiency, confidence, defensive presence, as well as being a true offensive force inside, have paved the way for Phoenix. So far, the team is 5.5 points better with him on the floor than off.
It's a simple statistic but with the margin for victories being smaller, every point count. Nonetheless, the environment also plays a huge factor.
Mark Williams confidence grows with the Suns
A change of scenery can truly do wonders for a player. After the botched Williams trade in February to the Los Angeles Lakers , change was imminent.
However, when he was traded to Phoenix, some thought it was redundant because of the team drafting Khaman Maluach with the No. 10 overall pick.
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Still, Williams has been the top of the Suns center rotation , and it hasn't been close. Him being a lob threat, the youth, along with the ability to keep improving has the coaching staff more than intrigued.
Not to mention, he went up against the four-time Defensive Player of the Year in Rudy Gobert and held his own . Performances like Monday's aren't a dime a dozen; they're quite common, and it all starts with being wanted.
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