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'No pressure': Nick Richards ready to have impact with Phoenix Suns
The Suns traded Josh Okogie and three future second-round picks Wednesday for Richards and a second-round selection. Wearing No. 2, Richards joined the Suns (20-20) Friday in Detroit and was ready to make his debut Saturday against the Pistons (21-20) at Little Caesars Arena.
Suns' Nick Richards drops 2-word admission about upcoming home debut
Nick Richards explained after Wednesday's win how excited he is to play his first game in front of the Suns' fanbase.
Suns React to Nick Richards' Debut
Phoenix saw major contributions from the megastar duo of Kevin Durant and Devin Booker - as the pair combined to score 71 points. The ultimate difference between a win and a loss very well could've been thanks to a phenomenal debut from recently acquired C Nick Richards.
Suns' Nick Richards: Season-high 15 rebounds in win
Richards had one of his best games with the Suns on Wednesday since being traded to Phoenix. The 27-year-old big man made a big impact on the glass with a season-high 15 rebounds, which helped his new squad secure the blowout win against Brooklyn.
Nick Richards gets 100% real on Suns debut
In his Suns debut, center Nick Richards made quite the impression with a 20+ point and 10+ rebound double-double.
What Nick Richards Brings to Suns
Richards - coupled with rookie stud Oso Ighodaro - will inject a very pointed surge of athleticism into the Suns' lineup. Last season Nick Richards had more dunks (120) than Nurkic and Plumlee combined (100) in 1000 fewer minutes.
Nick Richards expects to make Suns debut Saturday, where does that leave Jusuf Nurkic?
Suns coach Mike Budenholzer said he expects Richards to meet the team Friday in Detroit and get him up to speed on their offensive and defensive schemes. He foresees Richards making his Suns debut Saturday against the Pistons.
Suns' Nick Richards: Moves into starting five
With Richards likely to remain in the starting lineup going forward, Mason Plumlee will retreat to the second unit.
Former Hornet Nick Richards shines in his Phoenix Suns debut
Just three days after being traded to the Phoenix Suns, former Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards already seems destined for an increased role with his new team. In his first game with the Suns, Richards was instrumental in helping them pull off a 125-121 victory.
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Nick Richards details ‘shock’ from playing against Suns to becoming member of team days later
Phoenix Suns center Nick Richards detailed the "shock" from playing against the Suns to then becoming a member of the Suns three days later.
Nick Richards starting in just second game with Suns, facing Cavs in MLK Day showdown
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Phoenix Suns Hope To Remedy Center Woes After Acquiring Nick Richards
The Phoenix Suns' center rotation was in a dire state recently. Phoenix hopes trading for Nick Richards from the Charlotte ...
Nick Richards trade grades: Did Phoenix Suns or Charlotte Hornets win Josh Okogie deal?
The Phoenix Suns acquired Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards and a 2025 NBA draft second-round pick on Wednesday in ...