Overview
- In a 119-109 win over the Lakers, Richard logged 14 minutes, scored 5 points on 2-of-2 shooting, and turned a weak-side steal into a lob for Gary Payton II.
- Postgame, Kerr said Richard "looks like he's in his seventh year," reflecting unusual confidence for a player drafted 56th overall.
- A team-released mic'd-up practice clip showed Kerr and Jimmy Butler praising Richard's cutting and feel for the game.
- Richard earned a preseason start and delivered 13 points, six rebounds and two assists with a +10 in 30 minutes, after which Kerr said he wouldn't hesitate to play him in real games.
- The former Florida standout, who transferred from Belmont and won a national title, is providing early two-way wing depth with Moses Moody out with a calf injury.