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Kings Reportedly Targeting Hornets' Nick Richard to Improve Frontcourt Depth The Sacramento Kings are reportedly targeting Nick Richards of the Charlotte Hornets to fix their lack of frontcourt depth.

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Hornets' Nick Richards Reportedly Being Targeted by Suns to Upgrade Center Position The Phoenix Suns are reportedly targeting Charlotte Hornets’ Nick Richards to improve center position.

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Shines off bench with double-double Richards produced 15 points (4-6 FG, 7-8 FT), 12 rebounds and three blocks over 25 minutes during Tuesday's 115-104 win over Phoenix.

Impact Richards made his mark off the bench in Monday's winning effort, leading all Hornets players in rebounds while concluding as one of three players with 15 or more points in a double-double showing. Richards, who also hauled in a team-leading trio of blocks, has recorded a double-double in five contests this season.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double figures off bench Richards recorded 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, five assists and two blocks across 17 minutes during Friday's 98-94 loss to Detroit.

Impact Richards led the way for Charlotte's second unit Friday, pacing the bench in scoring while notching team-high-tying totals in assists and blocks in a losing effort. Richards set a new season high in assists, having reached double figures in scoring in eight outings this year.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Muted impact off bench Richards contributed six points (2-5 FG, 2-3 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 16 minutes during Thursday's 113-110 loss to Washington.

Impact With Mark Williams back in the starting lineup, Richards has received a reduced role as Charlotte's backup center. Across Richards' six appearances coming off the bench, he is averaging 8.8 points and 5.3 rebounds in 17.0 minutes.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Friday Richards is in the Hornets' starting lineup against the 76ers on Friday.

Impact After coming off the bench in the Hornets' last three games, Richards will move into the starting lineup Friday due to Mark Williams being sidelined with a left foot injury. Across eight starts this season, Richards has averaged 11.5 points, 10.8 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.8 blocks over 26.9 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Big night off bench Richards accumulated 19 points (7-9 FG, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, one block and one steal in 15 minutes off the bench during Monday's 121-108 loss to Philadelphia.

Impact It was an incredibly efficient performance from Richards, who out-produced starting center Mark Williams (seven points, three boards, three assists and three blocks) in two less minutes of court time. Richards has bounced in and out of the starting five since returning from a rib fracture in late November, averaging 11.7 points, 8.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 blocks in 22.5 minutes a contest over his last six appearances (three starts), but with Moussa Diabate also in the mix at center for the Hornets, it's tough to rely on any of them from a fantasy perspective.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heading back to bench Friday Richards is not in the starting unit for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Richards started in the 113-109 win over the Pacers on Sunday and finished with nine points and 114 rebounds across 25 minutes. However, expect him to see a considerable reduction in his playing time since Mark Williams got the start at center for this matchup. Richards is averaging 11.6 points and 10.2 rebounds per game this season, but those numbers are likely to regress if he comes off the bench.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Posts strong effort on boards Richards closed Sunday's 113-109 win over the Pacers with nine points (3-5 FG, 3-4 FT), 14 rebounds and one assist over 25 minutes.

Impact Richards grabbed a team-high 14 rebounds and fell one point shy of his second double-double of the month. He's looked sharp for the most part since returning from a right ankle sprain, scoring in double figures in three of four appearances while also totaling five blocks and two steals over this brief stretch.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Richards (ankle) is listed as available for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Richards was held out of the first leg of the club's back-to-back set during Saturday's loss to the Cavaliers due to a right ankle sprain. However, the big man will return to game action with Mark Williams (foot) and Moussa Diabate (illness) both sidelined. Over his last three outings, Richards has averaged 13.3 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.7 blocks across 26.3 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Richards (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Richards took a seat for the first half of Charlotte's back-to-back set, allowing Taj Gibson to draw a start as Mark Williams continues to operate off the bench since making his season debut. Over his last three appearances, Richards has averaged 13.3 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.7 blocks in 26.3 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Saturday Richards (ankle) has been Spencer Davies of SI.comfor Saturday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Richards suffered a right ankle sprain during Thursday's matchup with the Knicks and it'll cost him at least one game. Moussa Diabate (illness) has also been downgraded to out, so it'll be Mark Williams and Taj Gibson who eat up minutes at center Saturday afternoon.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with right ankle sprain Richards (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Richards rolled his ankle when he stepped on Cody Martin's foot in the third quarter of Thursday night's game against the Knicks, though Richards was able to stay in the game. If Richards is unable to play Saturday, then Moussa Diabate would be in line to see more minutes off the bench as the backup center behind Mark Williams.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses in return as starter Richards chipped in 22 points (6-9 FG, 10-13 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 110-104 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Richards made his return to the starting lineup Tuesday after coming off the bench in Charlotte's previous game, leading all players rebounds while ending second on the team in scoring in a double-double performance. Richards matched his season high in rebounds while posting his second outing with at least 20 points. Richards has now recorded a double-double in four of his seven appearances this season.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting five Tuesday Richards will enter the starting lineup in Tuesday's game against the 76ers, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact After coming off the bench in Saturday's loss to Atlanta during his return from a 14-game absence due to a right rib fracture, Richards will return to the starting five on Tuesday. The big man will likely split minutes with Moussa Diabate and Mark Williams, who will remain limited off the bench in his return from a foot injury. During his return Saturday, Richards posted 12 points (3-5 FG, 6-7 FT), six rebounds, three blocks, one assist and one steal across 25 minutes.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Produces off bench in return Richards (rib) supplied 12 points (3-5 FG, 6-7 FT), six rebounds, three blocks, one assist and one steal across 25 minutes in Saturday's 107-104 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Though he ended up coming off the bench in his return from a 14-game absence due to a right rib fracture, Richards saw more playing time than starting center Moussa Diabate (22 minutes). The Hornets will likely prioritize Richards ahead of Diabate and could even move Richards back into the starting lineup beginning with Tuesday's game against the 76ers, but Mark Williams (foot) may not be far behind Richards in returning from a multi-week absence. Once Williams is back to full health, Richards might have a tough time consistently finding anything more than 20-to-25-minute role.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Saturday Richards (ribs) is available for Saturday's game against the Hawks, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Richards missed the first leg of the back-to-back set, a 99-98 loss to the Knicks, but the big man will return here to add some much-needed depth in the frontcourt. Richards will play for the first time since Nov. 1, meaning he'll return from a 14-game absence.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Friday Richards (ribs) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Richards and Mark Williams (foot) both remain out, but they appear to be nearing a return to game action after recently going through a workout with the Hornets' G League affiliate, the Greensboro Swarm. Richards' next chance to suit up will come Saturday versus the Hawks, but he can be considered doubtful for that contest. Given all the injuries to Charlotte's frontcourt, Taj Gibson and Tidjane Salaun have taken on leading roles.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Richards (ribs) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Heat.

Impact Richards will miss his 13th straight contest Wednesday due to a right rib fracture. However, Richards recently went through practice in the G League, and his next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with the Knicks.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to Charlotte Charlotte recalled Richards (ribs) from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.

Impact Richards has missed the past 12 games for Charlotte, but after getting in a practice with the Swarm, it's likely that he's getting closer to a full return to action. Similar to Mark Williams (foot), it remains unclear if Richards will be able to play Wednesday against the Heat.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to G League Charlotte assigned Richards (ribs) to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.

Impact Richards will miss his 12th game in a row for Charlotte on Monday, but similar to Mark Williams (foot), he's progressing towards a return. After practicing with the Swarm on Monday, Richards is likely to be recalled right away.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Richards (ribs) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic.

Impact Richards will miss a 12th straight game. He recently returned to on-court activities, but it's unclear when he'll be cleared for game action. Mark Williams (foot) also remains out and Grant Williams (knee) is out for the season, so Moussa Diabte and Tidjane Salaun should see increased run in the frontcourt moving forward.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Milwaukee Richards (ribs) is out for Saturday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Richards returned to practice Thursday, but he's still not ready to play and won't suit up to face the Bucks. This means the Hornets will be extremely shorthanded in the frontcourt, as they'll also be without Mark Williams (foot) and Miles Bridges (knee). Richards' next chance to play will come against the Magic on Monday.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE