What happened: Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams underwent surgery on Thursday to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. He is expected to be sidelined for an extended period of time.

Why it matters: The injury removes a key piece of the frontcourt as Phoenix prepares for the 2026-27 season. The franchise finalized a new contract for Williams in July.

What to watch: The team will evaluate rotation options at center while Williams recovers.