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Suns Acquire Khaman Maluach and Mark Williams Following Kevin Durant Trade

Under Mat Ishbia’s rebuild plan the Suns have appointed Jordan Ott as coach, elevated Brian Gregory to GM, set a July 6 date to finalize their most recent trade.

Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (5) is fouled by Phoenix Suns center Oso Ighodaro (4) during the third quarter at Footprint Center in Phoenix on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025.
Khaman Maluach celebrates after being selected as the tenth pick by the Houston Rockets in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center.
Mark Williams #5 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts during the second half of a basketball game against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center on March 25, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Overview

  • On June 22 the Suns traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets in exchange for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick in the 2025 draft and five second-round selections.
  • On June 25 Phoenix used the 10th overall pick to draft Duke freshman center Khaman Maluach.
  • Also on June 25 the Suns sent their 29th pick in 2025 and a 2029 first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for center Mark Williams.
  • The Mark Williams trade carries a poison pill provision that delays its official completion until July 6.
  • Owner Mat Ishbia’s front office overhaul included firing Mike Budenholzer, promoting Brian Gregory to general manager, hiring Jordan Ott as head coach and shifting former GM James Jones to a senior adviser role through June 30.