Phoenix Suns, Nick Richards and NBA

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.
Why Nick Richards Addition Can't Come Soon Enough For Phoenix Suns Despite Wizards Win
The Suns recorded their fourth win in five games but one decision must be made to enhance that superb run of form
NBA trade grades: Suns acquire Nick Richards from Hornets as they try to copy a Western Conference rival
The Phoenix Suns have made a trade. No, not that trade. Jimmy Butler remains a member of the Miami Heat for the time being, but even as the Suns continue to try to pry him away, they have managed to make a deal of another sort by acquiring Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards along with a 2025 Denver Nuggets second-round pick for Josh Okogie and three second-round picks: two from the Nuggets (2026 and 2031) along with a Suns original (2031).
NBA exec jokes about 'Ishbia Rule' with Kevin Durant, Suns trade backfiring
One NBA executive joked about Suns owner Mat Ishbia having a new rule made for him with the Kevin Durant trade possibly backfiring.
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.
'Wreak havoc': Kevin Durant, Phoenix Suns welcome addition of Nick Richards
The Phoenix Suns have Nick Richards to help address two glaring ills — rebounding and defense. The Suns are 25 th in rebounding and 22 nd in defensive rating. Not close to good enough for a team with championship aspirations.
Kevin Durant's reaction to huge Suns, Nick Richards trade
Kevin Durant was excited when the Suns traded for Nick Richards, and explained why during Thursday's shootaround.
Suns predicted to part ways with Kevin Durant via trade to Thunder
If the Phoenix Suns fail to make significant progress, they'll continue to be involved in trade rumors. With the franchise playing mediocre basketball, a 6-foot-11 superstar forward may get shipped to the Oklahoma City Thunder to help accelerate the Suns' rebuild.
Suns' Kevin Durant responds to NBA fan criticism on social media with sharp comeback
As the Phoenix Suns push for a NBA playoff spot after their win over the Wizards, Kevin Durant has faced criticism from fans.
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Suns-Wizards live updates: Phoenix seeks return to .500 against 6-win Washington
The Phoenix Suns (19-20) play the second of their five-game road trip at the Washington Wizards (6-32) on Thursday.
Grade the trade: Charlotte Hornets send Nick Richards to Phoenix for Josh Okogie and future draft capital
The Charlotte Hornets traded Nick Richards to the Phoenix Suns in a move that was widely panned as a win-win for both sides.
Time with Phoenix Suns not going as planned for ex-Wizards Bradley Beal, Tyus Jones
Bradley Beal and Tyus Jones will face their former team, the Washington Wizards, on Thursday at Capital One Arena. “It’s ...
Kevin Durant pushes back on Magic Johnson's claim about the lack of rivalries in the NBA
Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant doesn’t see eye-to-eye with Magic Johnson on the claim that rivalries are missing from today’s NBA. The NBA has faced challenges in maintaining its audience compared to ...
NBA trade rumors roundup: Latest news including Phoenix's backup plans, LaVine talks still stalled
Jimmy Butler’s trade situation remains the headliner, but other talks are bubbling around the league, even in this tight trade market. Here is the latest. It's no secret Phoenix wants to trade for ...
NBA rumors: Why Jimmy Butler wants to 'third wheel' next to Kevin Durant, Devin Booker
Ramona Shelburne of ESPN has come out with the latest report detailing the feelings about Butler's role with Miami and how ...