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Blocks three shots in loss Richards finished with seven points (3-4 FG, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and three blocks in 20 minutes during Friday's 117-106 loss to Orlando.

Impact Richards blocked three shots off the bench, continuing to serve as the primary backup behind Mark Williams. Although he has been able to secure himself a consistent 20-minute role, there isn't enough meat on the bone for him to be considered a pickup in standard formats. Barring a change to the rotation, he should be viewed as a rebounds and blocks streamer.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Approaches double-double off bench Richards finished Monday's 117-106 win over the Pistons with nine points (2-5 FG, 5-6 FT), nine rebounds and one block in 18 minutes.

Impact With starting center Mark Williams having seemingly stabilized into a 25-plus-minute role, Richards has been held to 20 minutes or fewer in each of his past five appearances while serving as Williams' top backup. Though the suppressed playing time caps his overall fantasy upside, Richards has produced well enough on a per-minute basis to merit attention in 14-team leagues or deeper, particularly for managers in need of rebounds and blocks. He's averaging 7.0 points, 7.0 boards and 1.6 blocks over his last five outings.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swats five shots in bench role Richards finished Wednesday's 120-110 win over the Spurs with six points (2-5 FG, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and five blocks in 18 minutes.

Impact Mark Williams has claimed the starting center gig in the wake of last week's trade that sent Mason Plumlee to the Clippers, but Richards has seized hold of a rotation spot as Williams' backup and looks like a strong pickup in deeper leagues. Despite playing fewer than 20 minutes in three of the four contests since the Plumlee trade, Richards has averaged 7.0 points, 7.5 boards and 1.8 blocks while shooting 56.3 percent from the field.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ball has triple-double, Hornets hand Spurs 14th loss in row

LaMelo Ball had 28 points, 10 assists and a season-high 12 rebounds and the Charlotte Hornets beat San Antonio 120-110 on Wednesday night to send the Spurs into the NBA All-Star br...

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • Associated Press

Logs 17 minutes as primary backup Richards contributed seven points (3-4 FG, 1-2 FT) and eight rebounds in 17 minutes during Friday's 127-116 loss to Boston.

Impact Richards assumed the role of primary backup behind Mark Williams, flirting with a double-double in jury 17 minutes. With Mason Plumlee now residing in Los Angeles, both Williams and Richards are free to run riot as the two center options for the Hornets. He isn't worth adding in standard formats but should he be able to nudge 18 minutes on a nightly basis, managers in deeper leagues could give him a look.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays ahead of Mark Williams Richards finished Tuesday's 128-97 loss to the Suns with four points (1-2 FG, 2-4 FT), three rebounds and three blocks in 17 minutes off the bench.

Impact After playing nothing more than garbage-time minutes over each of his last four games, Richards surprisingly re-entered head coach Steve Clifford's rotation as the primary backup to Mason Plumlee. Though he excelled as a shot blocker, Richards was a minus-18 during his time on the court and may not have done enough to permanently stave off promising rookie Mark Williams for the No. 2 center role. Perhaps Clifford just wanted to keep Richards involved after Williams had recently leapfrogged him in the rotation, but the Hornets' second unit is now worth monitoring over the next few games to see which of the two is the preferred backup option behind Plumlee.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Re-enters rotation in loss Richards amassed seven points (2-3 FG, 3-4 FT), one rebound and two blocks across 13 minutes during Thursday's 124-114 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Richards was back in the rotation Thursday, sliding in as the primary backup behind Mason Plumlee. Mark Williams had been the preferred option over the past couple of weeks, so this move came as a bit of a surprise. Both players can put up fantasy-relevant numbers when afforded meaningful minutes. However, until Plumlee is scaled back, both Richards and Williams present as nothing more than luxury stashes in 12-team formats.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains third-string center Richards (coach's decision) didn't play in Monday's 121-115 loss to the Hornets.

Impact After missing two games last week with a sprained right ankle, Richards has been active for each of the Hornets' last three contests, but he's logged just three total minutes during that stretch. Though Richards is healthy, head coach Steve Clifford acknowledged after Monday's game that rookie first-round pick Mark Williams has replaced Richards in the rotation as the top backup to starting center Mason Plumlee, per Nick Carboni of WCNC Charlotte. Clifford added that he eventually envisions Richards getting involved off the bench, but for the time being, the third-year big man doesn't look like he'll be featured in most games while Williams' development remains a greater priority.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active but limited Richards (ankle) will play in a limited fashion Thursday against the Thunder.

Impact An earlier report noted that Richards would be the team's third option at center Thursday. It's unclear whether his limitations stem from his sprained ankle or if he has just been surpassed by Mark Williams on the depth chart, who has played well in the last two contests with Richards absent. Regardless, Richards should not be in any fantasy lineups Thursday and should be monitored moving forward.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Small role expected if available Head coach Steve Clifford relayed Thursday that Richards (ankle) will not be the primary backup center versus the Thunder even if he plays, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site...

Impact Richards will apparently play third fiddle at center behind Mason Plumlee and Mark Williams, who has played reasonably well over the last pair of games. Richards will likely draw a more considerable role in future tilts, but he's not expected to see too many minutes Thursday.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Thursday Richards (ankle) has been upgraded to questionable and could be available for Thursday's game against the Thunder, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Richards was initially ruled out Thursday but may return after a two-game absence with a sprained right ankle. If the 25-year-old big man can suit up, Mark Williams will likely be left out of the Hornets' rotation.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Thursday Richards (ankle) is out for Thursday's game versus the Thunder.

Impact Richards' absence streak will extend to three games with a right ankle sprain. His next chance to play is Saturday's matchup with the Nets.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Tuesday Richards (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against Golden State.

Impact Richards will miss a second straight game due to a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up will come Thursday against the Thunder. Mark Williams should see backup center minutes.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday Richards (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Richards sprained his right ankle in the fourth quarter of Friday's loss to the Lakers, so his absence is not entirely surprising. P.J. Washington could see more minutes as a result, while Richards' next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Warriors in the second half of a back-to-back set.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Monday Richards (ankle) is doubtful for Monday's game against Portland.

Impact Richards sprained his right ankle in the fourth quarter of Friday's loss to the Lakers, and it seems unlikely that he'll be able to suit up against the Trail Blazers. If he's unavailable, P.J. Washington could see a slight uptick in playing time.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injures ankle Friday Richards left Friday's 134-130 loss to the Lakers in the fourth quarter due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Richards compiled five points (2-3 FG, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and one steal across 12 minutes before exiting the contest. While the severity of the injury is unknown, his status for Monday's tilt with the Trail Blazers is up in the air for the time being. Rookie Mark Williams or second-year player Kai Jones could step in as the primary backup to starting center Mason Plumlee on Monday if Richards is unable to play.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive effort off bench Richards chipped in 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 23 minutes during Monday's 125-119 victory over the Kings.

Impact Richards played an impactful role in helping to end Charlotte's eight-game losing streak, leading the team in rebounds and scoring 14 points to record his eighth double-double of the campaign. Two of those performances have come in his past three games, and Richards is playing well again following a four-game slump during which he averaged just 4.0 points and 3.3 boards on 37.5 percent shooting from the field. The third-year pro has taken advantage of a big increase in opportunity this season, averaging 9.2 points, 6.6 rebounds and 0.8 blocks while shooting 60.8 percent from the field and 73.7 percent from the charity stripe.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ball, Oubre lead Hornets past Kings to halt 8-game skid

LaMelo Ball scored 16 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter and the Charlotte Hornets held off the Sacramento Kings 125-119 to stop an eight-game losing streak

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Strong double-double Friday Richards finished with 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-5 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 23 minutes during Friday's 125-106 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Richards outplayed Mason Plumlee in the loss, putting up his seventh double-double of the season. Plumlee did spend some time in the locker room in this one, affording a few extra minutes to Richards. The upside is clearly there for Richards, although until he usurps Plumlee in the rotation, he remains on the outside looking in when it comes to standard formats.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs eight rebounds Sunday Richards posted nine points (2-5 FG, 5-6 FT), eight rebounds, one block and one steal in 21 minutes during Sunday's 131-113 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Richards bounced back from two straight poor performances and nearly recorded a double-double Sunday. The outing was fairly representative of his last 11 games as he's averaging 8.3 points and 7.4 rebounds in that span. The 25-year-old is getting regular playing time for the first time in his career and is averaging 18.9 minutes per game through 27 contests.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double off bench Richards accumulated 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds and two assists across 20 minutes during Monday's 119-117 loss to the Clippers.

Impact The third-year center recorded his sixth double-double of the season, four of which have come in the last eight games. Richards is averaging 9.8 points, 8.9 boards and 0.8 blocks in 20 minutes a night over that stretch as he emerges as a solid second-unit player.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Effective in limited action Richards chipped in 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 FT) and nine rebounds across 13 minutes during Friday's 117-116 victory over Washington.

Impact Richards continues to be a strong per-minute producer. It's challenging to roster him through the ups and downs in standard leagues, but those in deep formats can probably stream him effectively during four-game weeks. Over the past 10 games, he's averaging 9.4 points, 7.2 rebounds and 0.9 blocks in 19.1 minutes.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Oubre scores 28, Hornets snap T-Wolves' 5-game win streak

Kelly Oubre Jr. scored 28 points, and the Charlotte Hornets stopped Minnesota’s five-game win streak with a 110-108 victory over Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • Associated Press

Rozier's big 4th quarter leads Hornets past Sixers 107-101

Terry Rozier scored nine of his 22 points in the final 5 minutes as the Charlotte Hornets rallied past the Philadelphia 76ers 107-101 in a matchup of injury-riddled teams

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • Associated Press

Second straight double-double Richards contributed 11 points (4-8 FG, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist over 17 minutes during Sunday's 106-102 loss to the Wizards.

Impact Richards put together another solid showing, and he did so in nearly half the playing time he saw Friday against Cleveland (30 minutes). He's now registered four double-doubles through 18 games this season and is averaging 9.8 points and 6.5 rebounds in 19.5 minutes.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Ball has triple-double, Hornets hand Spurs 14th loss in row

Ball, Oubre lead Hornets past Kings to halt 8-game skid

Oubre scores 28, Hornets snap T-Wolves' 5-game win streak

Rozier's big 4th quarter leads Hornets past Sixers 107-101