Oso Ighodaro is another candidate to take over the Phoenix Suns’ starting center position while Mark Williams remains sidelined.
The player could provide Phoenix with a different skill set than Khaman Maluach.
With the Suns lacking natural playmakers in parts of their rotation, Ighodaro’s ability to read defenses and create opportunities for teammates could make him particularly useful.
The 24-year-old has developed into an effective option in handoff situations and has shown an ability to find cutters moving toward the basket.
He can also contribute as a screener in the pick-and-roll, helping create space for Phoenix’s guards and wings.
Defensively, Ighodaro’s mobility could give the Suns more flexibility to switch assignments, potentially making him a better fit for certain matchups.
However, Maluach has clear advantages in size and rim protection.
Ighodaro also doesn’t offer the same scoring potential, which could work against him as Phoenix decides who should handle the starting role.
Ighodaro has played 2 seasons for the Suns. He has averaged 5.5 points and 4.5 rebounds in 143 regular-season games.
