Mark Williams and the Charlotte Hornets fell short of a dramatic comeback last night. Trailing by 20 at the end of the first quarter, the Hornets made a game of

His sophomore season offered a glimpse of what could be. Earning a starting role, playing in 19 of Charlotte’s first 20 contests, the big man played 26.7 minutes per game, averaging, 12.7 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks. Unfortunately, a back contusion ended his season, putting him on the shelf for the final 62 games of the 2023-24 campaign.

Nick Richards got sent to Phoenix, Mark Williams recorded a career-best 31 points and 13 rebounds in a 117-112 victory over the Utah Jazz.

In a season filled with emerging NBA talent, Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams is quietly putting together a historic campaign that demands attention. The former 2022 first-round pick is achieving statistical milestones that place him in unprecedented territory.

It's been a career season for Mark Williams, who is currently having the best stretch of his three-year NBA career. Williams on the season is averaging 15.7 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists, while shooting over 62% from the field.

The Charlotte Hornets are still only 11-28 and destined for the lottery, but there are a few positive signs. The Hornets won their third game in a row and fourth in past five tries Monday over the Dallas Mavericks,

Mark Williams amassed 31 points and 13 rebounds to lead the Charlotte Hornets past the Utah Jazz in a 117-112 Wednesday night in Salt Lake City.

In what has been a down year for the Charlotte Hornets, there have been a few bright spots. One has been the play of Mark Williams.

Williams will sit out the second leg of Charlotte's back-to-back Saturday. Moussa Diabate and Taj Gibson are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Williams' next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with the Lakers.

It's a big one at Spectrum Center tonight as the Charlotte Hornets look to continue playing good basketball as they welcome in LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) goes to the basket against Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (24 ...

Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (5) dunks against the Utah Jazz during the second quarter at Delta Center. Chris Nicoll USA TODAY NETWORK With more time available than previously expected ...