Fansided · Oct 25, 2025
Nick Richards just saved his spot in the Suns' rotation
Brooklyn Nets v Phoenix Suns | Zhizhao Wu/GettyImagesThe Phoenix Suns underwent a massive roster overhaul this offseason, and it is clear that they made the center position a high priority. This meant that Nick Richards - acquired at the deadline from the Charlotte Hornets last time out - has quickly gone from the starter to default, to the fourth choice big man in The Valley.
The subsequent trade for another Hornet in Mark Williams - plus lottery pick Khaman Maluach - meant Richards went from the top of the depth chart to the bottom overnight. With second year forward Oso Ighodaro starting the first two games of the season at the five, he has also leapfrogged him as well.