3 possible trade landing spots for Suns center Nick Richards

Richards, who's on an expiring deal, is likely to be dealt ahead of February's deadline.

Will the Phoenix Suns opt to trade center Nick Richards this season? | Barry Gossage/GettyImagesAs the Phoenix Suns’ NBA trade deadline outlook continues to take shape, one move remains painfully obvious.

It’s a near certainty that the Suns will opt to trade backup center Nick Richards before February’s deadline.

The Jamaican-born big is on an expiring contract and has fallen out of favor in head coach Jordan Ott’s rotations. He’s played under 10 minutes in each of his past six appearances (when he’s gotten subbed into the game at all). The Suns also have 19-year-old lottery pick Khaman Maluach, who’s…