Suns Insider Unveils Return Timeline for Two Injured Starters

The Phoenix Suns shifted their immediate goals as the regular season winds down. A full roster now matters more than avoiding the play-in tournament.

Projected return timeline

John Gambadoro of Filmogaz.com posted on X on March 23, 2026. He expects both Dillon Brooks and Mark Williams to rejoin the lineup next week.

Gambadoro added Brooks will likely return early in the upcoming road trip. He said Williams should come back later in that trip.

Injury details

Dillon Brooks has not played since February 21. He suffered a fractured left hand.

Mark Williams has been sidelined since March 3. Team doctors diagnosed a stress reaction in the third metatarsal of his left foot.

Team impact and context

The Suns are 40-32 with ten regular season games remaining. Phoenix has gone 5-6 without its two starters.

Coach Jordan Ott stressed the value of getting everyone healthy. He said returning to rhythm would be a blessing at this point of the year.

Player backgrounds

Both players arrived via summer trades. Brooks was acquired from the Houston Rockets and Williams from the Charlotte Hornets.

Brooks has delivered a career-high 20.9 points per game this season. He also provides tough defense and sets a physical tone.

Williams has strengthened the center rotation. His rebounding and production rose when he stayed healthy.

Schedule and stakes

Phoenix faces the Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz this week. The Suns then begin a four-game road trip from March 30 to April 5.

Returning both starters during that trip would boost Phoenix’s postseason hopes. A healthy lineup improves the Suns’ chances in the play-in and playoffs.

A Suns insider outlined a return timeline for the two injured starters. Their returns appear imminent and crucial for the stretch run.