The Old Man and the Three The Phoenix Suns Episode: Collin Gillespie, Mark Williams, Jordan Goodwin, & Ryan Dunn | YM3
Jan 1, 2026
In this engaging conversation, Collin Gillespie, a Villanova standout, shares his journey from high school to the NBA, discussing the highs and lows of his career. Mark Williams, an NBA center, opens up about his surprising recruitment and the emotional rollercoaster of a trade that fell through. Jordan Goodwin dives into his path from the G League to the NBA, emphasizing the grind of being a two-way player. They also recount a secret Villanova-Duke scrimmage and reflect on the camaraderie within their current team.
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Competitive Culture Drives Resilience
- The Suns feed off internal competitiveness, which they view as fixable through effort rather than panic.
- That competitive culture helped them handle early-season adversity and start winning together.
Be Where Your Feet Are
- When you're on a two-way, stay present and commit to where your feet are each day.
- Treat G League days like G League days and NBA days like NBA days to stay locked in.
Earn Offers Through Summer Grind
- Work relentlessly in summer and seize every opportunity; Collin earned Villanova's offer after summer play.
- Keep grinding even if offers are small; consistent summer performance changes recruiting trajectories.