Nick Richards, Charlotte Hornets and Phoenix Suns

Breaking down the Charlotte Hornets' trade of Nick Richards: What it means for the team's present and future
Nick Richards walking out the door opens up a world of possibilities for Moussa Diabate. The center on a two-way deal made waves with his early season output as he tormented opposing big men on the boards with relentless energy and inch perfect positioning on long rebounds.
Who is Nick Richards? What to know about new Phoenix Suns center after trade with Hornets
Get to know new Phoenix Suns center Nick Richards and what his potential role with the NBA team could be after his trade from the Charlotte Hornets.
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.
BREAKING: Hornets send Nick Richards to Suns in first trade of the season
Nick Richards is no longer with the Charlotte Hornets. The 27-year-old big man had been the center of countless mock trades and rumors, and the Hornets unofficially opened the floodgates for trades by parting ways with the former Kentucky Wildcat.
Suns land Nick Richards, 2nd-round pick from Hornets
The Hornets have agreed to trade Nick Richards and a future second-round pick to the Suns, in a deal first reported by ESPN’s Sham Charania. Phoenix will send Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to Charlotte in the exchange. More of this (but in purple & teal) loading… #HiveMentality | @CallMe_NonStop pic.twitter.com/vRVjFvt3Wg
Hornets send center Nick Richards to Suns for guard Josh Okogie, 3 2nd-round draft picks
The Charlotte Hornets traded backup center Nick Richards and a second-round draft pick to the Phoenix Suns for guard Josh Okogie and three second-round draft picks on Wednesday night.
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 Chr
Suns Land Nick Richards in Blockbuster Trade With Hornets
According to a report from Shams Charania of ESPN, the Phoenix Suns have acquired center Nick Richards and one second-round NBA Draft pick from the Charlotte Hornets. In exchange, the Hornets are receiving shooting guard Josh Okogie and three second-round NBA Draft picks.
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.
Suns' Nick Richards: Big double-double in team debut
Richards also made exactly the kind of impact Phoenix was hoping for when they acquired him from Charlotte, as the 27-year-old center recorded his sixth double-double of the season. The rest of the Suns second unit managed just 13 points total and doesn't have a go-to scoring option,
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.
Charlotte Hornets Open to More Trades After Richards Deal
After dealing away Nick Richards, the Charlotte Hornets are reportedly open to more potential trades as they continue to ...
Report: Hornets trade Nick Richards to Suns for Josh Okogie
The Phoenix Suns are acquiring seven-footer Nick Richards from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for guard Josh Okogie, ESPN ...
Nick Richards starting in just second game with Suns, facing Cavs in MLK Day showdown
After posting 21 points and 11 rebounds off the bench in his Phoenix Suns debut Saturday, 7-footer Nick Richards will get the ...