Overview
- The Hornets traded Williams to the Suns this summer for Vasa Micic and two first-round picks in 2025 and 2029, with the 2029 selection conveying as the least favorable among several teams’ picks.
- At Suns media day, Williams said he intends to make Charlotte regret moving him, noting he values being with a team that wants him.
- General manager Brian Gregory said Williams has been with the team daily since July 1 and reported lower-body strength gains that were "off the chart."
- Williams will compete for the starting center role against rookie Khaman Maluach, Nick Richards and Oso Ighodaro.
- The 23-year-old has appeared in 106 games over three seasons and previously had a Lakers trade rescinded after a failed physical; he is entering a contract year before restricted free agency.