Will Richard News, Rumors, Updates - Golden State Warriors

Out Monday Richard is out for Monday's California Classic Summer League game against the Heat for undisclosed reasons, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Richard will get the night off for the second half of a back-to-back set. Richard averaged 12.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.5 steals in 22.0 minutes per contest across two appearances in the California Classic.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Warriors guard sends clear message to front office during free agency As the Golden State Warriors sift through various potential targets left in free agency, young guard Will Richard has sent a strong message...

5 DAYS AGO • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Scores 16 points Friday Richard finished with 16 points (6-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and three steals across 21 minutes in Friday's 104-72 California Classic Summer League victory over...

Impact Richard, the No. 56 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, wasn't a routine producer for the Warriors throughout his inaugural year. However, the 23-year-old was semi-reliable when called upon, averaging 8.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 0.1 blocks and 1.3 steals across 24.4 minutes in 21 regular-season starts. Richard has proven he can play at the NBA level, and it's possible he could show more signs of growth in his second season, especially if he continues to get opportunities to start.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Clippers take Wagler, Kings add Acuff as NBA's Pacific Division loads up on promising guards

The Los Angeles Clippers selected Keaton Wagler and the Sacramento Kings took Darius Acuff Jr. in this week’s NBA draft, with both teams using top 10 picks on young, high-scoring g...

JUNE 25 • Associated Press

The Pacific Division adds high-scoring guards in NBA draft with Wagler to Clips, Acuff to Kings

The Pacific Division loaded up on young, talented guards in the top 10 of this year’s NBA draft, with the Los Angeles Clippers taking Keaton Wagler and the Sacramento Kings selecti...

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

Warriors' uncertain offseason could quickly open a door for Will Richard's resurgence Whenever a team is able to bring in a strong rotational contributor with a second-round draft pick, it should be considered a major success....

APRIL 29 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Inconsistent rookie campaign Richard posted no counting stats in one minute during Friday's 111-96 Play-In Game loss to the Suns.

Impact Richard mostly operated off the bench in his first year in the NBA, though he did start in 21 of 69 regular-season games and averaged 6.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 threes over 20.0 minutes. However, the rookie second-rounder saw his playing time dip significantly toward the tail end of the season, resulting in a healthy DNP against the Clippers on Wednesday and just one minute of garbage time Friday. Richard's playing time in his sophomore year will largely depend on the statuses of both Jimmy Butler (knee) and Moses Moody (knee).

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmy Butler delivers brutal reality to Warriors rookie after rotation move Will Richard has had an impressive rookie season where he's appeared in 69 games for the Golden State Warriors, but the axe fell on the youn...

APRIL 17 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Cleared for action Sunday Richard (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Richard was in danger of missing this contest, although he will be on the floor for a second consecutive game. With the Warriors locked into the final Play-In spot, there's a chance Richard might see more action than usual.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Draws questionable tag for Sunday The Warriors list Richard (back) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact After missing the Warriors' previous two games due to a bilateral low back strain, Richard took back a spot in the rotation in Friday's 124-118 loss to the Kings, but he saw the least amount of playing time of any of the 12 Golden State players who received minutes. He played just one brief shift at the end of the second quarter, then went unused for the entire second half. If he's cleared to play Sunday, Richard could see his minutes rise since the Warriors are locked into the No. 10 seed in the Western Conference and aren't likely to overextend most of their key contributors, but the rookie second-round pick looks as though he could be squeezed out of the rotation once the playoffs get underway.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Friday Richard (back) is available for Friday's game against the Kings.

Impact Richard has missed the Warriors' last two games due to a back strain, but the rookie second-rounder has been given the green light to return for Friday's contest. In 18 outings since the All-Star break, Richard has averaged 6.6 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 0.9 threes and 1.2 steals over 23.2 minutes per game.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Richard (back) is questionable to play against the Kings on Friday.

Impact Richard remains day-to-day after missing the last two games for Golden State. He's not a great option in fantasy formats with Stephen Curry (knee) expected to suit up.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Podziemski, Warriors to visit Raynaud, Kings

The Kings will take on conference foe Golden State

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Downgraded to out Richard (back) is out for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Richard is missing his second straight contest and the first half of this back-to-back set with a lower-back strain. Gary Payton and Pat Spencer should help pick up the slack in the backcourt for the Warriors on Thursday.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to play Thursday Richard (back) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Richard was a late scratch before Tuesday's game against the Kings, and the doubtful tag suggests he might not be available Thursday against the Lakers as well. If Richard doesn't play, look for Pat Spencer to see more minutes in his place.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Ayton, Lakers square off against the Warriors

Golden State hosts Los Angeles in a matchup of Western Conference teams

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Curry scores 17 points with two 4-point plays in second game back from injury, Warriors beat Kings

Stephen Curry scored 17 points with a pair of four-point plays in 25 minutes making his second appearance back from a 27-game absence because of a right knee injury, and the Golden...

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Warriors rookie's early breakout has turned out to be nothing more than a mirage Golden State Warriors rookie Will Richard got off to a really hot start this season but has cooled off considerably as his playing time has...

APRIL 8 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Downgraded to out Richard (back) is now being listed as out for Tuesday's game versus the Kings.

Impact Richard was listed in the starting lineup, so he's a very late scratch for Tuesday's game. Pat Spencer will draw the start in Richard's absence, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Thursday's meeting with the Lakers.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Richard will start Tuesday against the Kings, Danny Emerman of SFStandard.com reports.

Impact Richard is getting the start with Gui Santos (pelvis) unavailable, and he'll be joined in the first unit by Brandin Podziemski, De'Anthony Melton, Malevy Leons and Draymond Green. As a starter this season, Richard has averaged 8.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.3 triples and 1.3 steals per game.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting vs. Cleveland Richard won't start Thursday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Richard got the starting nod in the front end of this back-to-back set but will retreat to the second unit Thursday. The rookie second-rounder has averaged 8.4 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 23.2 minutes per game over his last five appearances off the bench.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Richard will start Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Anthony Slater of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The Warriors will be without several key contributors Wednesday, so the rookie second-rounder will rejoin the first unit following a one-game absence due to left heel soreness. As a starter this season (20 games), Richard has averaged 8.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.4 steals in 24.3 minutes per game.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Warriors drafted the wrong big man and it's now become a problem The Golden State Warriors wound up with two picks late in the second-round of last year's draft, hitting emphatically on one with impressive...

APRIL 2 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Not listed on injury report Richard (heel) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Richard is set to return from a one-game absence due to left heel soreness. The rookie second-rounder is a top candidate to enter the starting five due to De'Anthony Melton (thumb) and Kristaps Porzingis (illness) being sidelined.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Golden State hosts San Antonio following Wembanyama's 41-point game

San Antonio plays the Golden State Warriors after Victor Wembanyama scored 41 points in the Spurs' 129-114 victory over the Chicago Bulls

MARCH 31 • Associated Press

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Clippers take Wagler, Kings add Acuff as NBA's Pacific Division loads up on promising guards

The Pacific Division adds high-scoring guards in NBA draft with Wagler to Clips, Acuff to Kings

Podziemski, Warriors to visit Raynaud, Kings

Ayton, Lakers square off against the Warriors

Curry scores 17 points with two 4-point plays in second game back from injury, Warriors beat Kings

Golden State hosts San Antonio following Wembanyama's 41-point game