Overview
- Richard received back-to-back DNPs against the Timberwolves and Trail Blazers, a move Kerr linked to a healthier backcourt.
- Kerr told 95.7 The Game he is honoring veteran contributions for chemistry, and said Richard replied, “I got you, coach.”
- For Thursday against the Suns, Kerr said he will start Stephen Curry, Moses Moody, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green and Quinten Post.
- Through 23 games, including 12 starts, Richard has averaged 8.0 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.1 assists while shooting 39.7% from three in 19.1 minutes.
- The No. 56 pick acquired from Memphis is on a four-year, $8.7 million deal, and the 13-14 Warriors are evaluating veteran guards such as De’Anthony Melton and possibly Pat Spencer for rotation minutes.