Phoenix Suns, Nick Richards and Wizards

Nick Richards' rebounding career-high nears Charles Barkley record in Suns' win vs Wizards
Phoenix Suns' starting center Nick Richards had 20 points and a career-high 19 rebounds in their 119-109 win over the Washington Wizards on Saturday.
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 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 Hornets will help ease their concerns.
Jusuf Nurkic available, but will he play with Nick Richards now starting for Phoenix Suns?
Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal and big Jusuf Nurkic practiced Friday heading into Saturday’s rematch against the Washington Wizards at Footprint Center to begin a three-game homestand.
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.
Suns acquire Nick Richards in trade with Hornets: What he brings to Phoenix’s frontcourt
The 27-year-old Richards, who is averaging 8.9 points and 7.5 rebounds per game this season, could be the Suns' new starting center.
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 exchange for wing player Josh Okogie and three future second-round NBA draft selections. Richards is averaging 8.9 points per game and 7.5 rebounds per game this season, in 21 minutes of action per game.
Suns' Nick Richards: Posts career-high 19 rebounds
Richards racked up 20 points (7-12 FG, 6-7 FT), 19 rebounds, one assist and one block in 34 minutes during Saturday's 119-109 victory over Washington. Richards' addition to the roster is paying off, and he's proven to be a much better option than Jusuf Nurkic and Mason Plumlee,
Suns-Wizards updates: Nick Richards steps up for Phoenix, Washington surges in 3rd
The Phoenix Suns (22-21) begin their three-game homestand against the lowly Washington Wizards (6-37) on Saturday.
Game Recap: Phoenix Suns dominate Wizards behind Nick Richard's breakout night
The Phoenix Suns returned home after a grueling five-game Eastern Conference road trip, facing off against the Washington Wizards, a team languishing near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings.
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Kevin Durant Reveals Nick Richards Already Spoke To Him And Devin Booker About Pick-And-Roll Plans
Speaking after the Suns' 119-109 win over the Wizards, Kevin Durant addressed his new teammate Nick Richards. He noted that ...
Suns' Devin Booker gets 100% real on Nick Richards' Phoenix fit
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker says Nick Richards has been doing "great" since the trade with Charlotte on Jan. 15.
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Hornets send center Nick Richards to Suns for guard Josh Okogie, 3 2nd-round draft picks
Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards (4) is fouled going up for ...
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Center Nick Richards scores 21 off the bench in Suns debut vs. Pistons
Suns center Nick Richards scored 21 points off the bench in his on-court debut as Phoenix picked up a 125-121 win over the ...
NBA rumors: Suns' Nick Richards trade earns 'underwhelming' take around the league
The Suns made a move to acquire Nick Richards from the Hornets, but some people are more skeptical of the move than expected.