Nick Richards: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / March 21

Suns’ Nick Richards, Grayson Allen listed out pregame against Cavs

PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns starting big man Nick Richards was downgraded to out with right calf tightness ahead of their matchup against the top-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / March 15

Suns big man returning for crucial matchup against 5-seed Lakers

PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns center Nick Richards is probable to return Sunday against the Los Angeles Lakers after missing the last two games with a right ankle sprain.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / March 12

Key Suns role players out in crucial matchup against Rockets

PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns starting center Nick Richards and sharpshooting bench wing Grayson Allen are officially out on Wednesday against the Houston Rockets.

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Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 22

Suns’ Mike Budenholzer gets brutally honest on Nick Richards’ lack of minutes

When the Phoenix Suns swapped Josh Okogie for Nick Richards, it was a quality move and one that head coach Mike Budenholzer was a fan of. However, there have been some inconsistencies with his playing time.

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / February 22

Suns make major change to starting lineup vs. Bulls

The slumping Suns are making a lineup change for Saturday’s game in Chicago.

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Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / February 5

Suns Reportedly In Trade Talks With Wizards to Acquire Jonas Valančiūnas

The Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline is quickly approaching and the Phoenix Suns are running out of time to acquire another center to upgrade their frontcourt.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / January 29

Former Suns 6MOY Shares Bold Take on Phoenix's Acquisition of Nick Richards, He Has a Point

After a rough stretch, the Phoenix Suns have begun to turn things around recently as they have climbed back into a playoff spot. Phoenix started the season 8-1, but they then hit a major rough patch, falling to as low as 12th in the Western Conference standings.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 25

Recent acquisition Nick Richards shines as Suns knock off Wizards

Kevin Durant scored 29 points and Nick Richards continued to make a stellar impression as the Phoenix Suns notched a 119-109 victory over the visiting Washington Wizards on Saturday night.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 19

Nick Richards gets 100% real on Suns debut

It was quite the spectacle when Nick Richards made his Phoenix Suns debut on Saturday. The former Charlotte Hornets big man excelled off the bench and posted 21 points, 11 rebounds, and one steal in Phoenix’s 125-121 win over the Detroit Pistons.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / January 19

Suns React to Nick Richards' Debut

Life could be looking up for the Phoenix Suns after moving to 21-20 on the season in a solid 125-121 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Phoenix saw major contributions from the megastar duo of Kevin Durant and Devin Booker - as the pair combined to score 71 points.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / January 18

Nick Richards shines in Suns debut, makes franchise history

Debuting for the first time as a member of the Phoenix Suns, center Nick Richards couldn’t have had a better start with his new team and showed how the trade could help the Suns make a push up the standings.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / January 17

Why Nick Richards Addition Can't Come Soon Enough For Phoenix Suns Despite Wizards Win

The Phoenix Suns are finally on a roll after a poor start to the season in the NBA Calendar - but they cannot afford to rest on their laurels if they're to secure a playoff spot by the end of the regular schedule.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / January 17

Suns React to Nick Richards Trade

The Phoenix Suns added a position of need Wednesday when they traded Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Nick Richards and one second-round pick.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / January 16

Trade Grades: Suns Did Well in Nick Richards Deal

The dust is still settling on the Phoenix Suns' recent trade for Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards, a move that is set to shake their starting lineup while also cementing themselves as all-in for a championship here and now.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 15

Suns’ Acquisition of Nick Richards Should Help Immediately in Needed Area of Board Work

Suns point guard Tyus Jones said it best — they can’t keep getting beat in the rebounding department. So the Nick Richards trade with the Hornets makes sense.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 15

Suns Acquiring Nick Richards In Trade With Hornets, Reducing Luxury-Tax Bill

The Phoenix Suns and Charlotte Hornets have agreed to a trade that will send center Nick Richards and a second-round draft pick to Phoenix in exchange for Josh Okogie and three second-round picks, according to NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 15

Nick Richards acquisition plugs some important gaps for Suns

The Phoenix Suns have acquired fifth-year big man Nick Richards from the Charlotte Hornets. ESPN's Shams Charania broke the news on Wednesday via X. As part of the deal, Charlotte will receive Josh Okogie and three second-round picks.

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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 13

NBA Mock Trade: Nick Richards heads north to join red-hot Knicks

Following another tough loss, it's clear that the Charlotte Hornets need a shakeup. Winning just doesn't seem to be in the cards this year, which is why assets that aren't part of the future will probably be traded sooner rather than later.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 8

Evaluating the benefits and risks of a Nick Richards trade for the Charlotte Hornets

For NBA fans, the trade deadline, an event that typically ignites the sports world, is just around the corner, which usually promises the same excitement as Christmas morning.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 6

Nick Richards tabbed as Hornets' top trade candidate by ESPN

With a disappointing 7-27 record and only three wins in their last 25 games, the Charlotte Hornets are firmly entrenched in a potential selling situation as the season appears increasingly lost.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 27

Nick Richards mock trade: Exploring options for Hornets to move the veteran big man

The Charlotte Hornets might be at rock bottom, and they might need to blow up the roster. Before they do that, though, they should consider moving pieces that are less likely to remain with the team in the long run.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / November 5

$Hornets starting center out indefinitely with rib fracture$