Mark Williams Injury Status Update for April 18th, 2026
Mark Williams of the Suns has been ruled out and will not play today. Mark was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 23rd game Mark has missed this season.
Mark Williams Season Averages
Mark's absence leaves a significant hole in the Suns rotation. Across 61 games this season, he's averaging 11.5 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game while playing 23.6 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.6 | 11.5 | 7.9 | 1.0 | 7.2 |
Suns Performance With & Without Mark Williams
The numbers tell a clear story about Mark's value to the Suns. With Mark in the lineup this season, the team is 34-26. Without him, they've gone 11-11. The Suns's net rating is 3.9 points better per 100 possessions when Mark plays, which is a substantial gap. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (112.7 vs 118.4 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 34-26 | 11-11 | — |
| Off Rating | 112.7 | 118.4 | +5.7 |
| Def Rating | 112.5 | 114.3 | +1.8 |
| Net Rating | 0.2 | 4.2 | +3.9 |
| PPG | 111.4 | 115.9 | +4.5 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Mark Williams?
When Mark sits, other Suns players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Jalen Green and Oso Ighodaro stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Mark has been out this season, Jalen Green has averaged 5.7 more points per game and 5.7 extra minutes.
PPG: +5.7 | MPG: +5.7
When Mark has been out this season, Oso Ighodaro has averaged 8.5 extra minutes.
MPG: +8.5
Mark Williams Betting Trends
For bettors, Mark's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Suns's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Mark has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Williams) Devin Booker REB UNDER: 14-6 (+6.4u, 4.0 / -119 avg. line) Jordan Goodwin REB OVER: 8-3 (+5.5u, 5.0 / -101 avg. line)
We'll continue to monitor Mark's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Suns.