Rookie Will Richard Shines Despite Warriors' Loss to Kings
Warriors rookie Will Richard showed exactly what coach Steve Kerr hoped for during Golden State's game against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.
Opportunity Amid Adversity
With the Warriors missing their three best players, Kerr saw a chance to explore different lineups and give younger players more time on the court. Richard's performance was a highlight.
A Promising Debut
In his first NBA start, the 22-year-old from Georgia delivered an impressive 30-point game, hitting five 3-pointers, though the Warriors fell 121-116 at the Golden 1 Center.
Notable Achievements
- Richard scored a season-high 30 points against the Sacramento Kings.
- He is the first Warriors player drafted in the second round or later to score 20+ points in a first career start since Eric Paschall in 2019.
- Richard tied for the second-most points in a Warriors debut start, matching John Lucas with 30 points, behind Anthony Morrow's record of 37 points.
"Will Richard was exactly what Kerr was hoping to see. Making his first NBA start, the Warriors rookie put on the type of show that should have fans licking their lips in anticipation of what the future potentially holds for the 22-year-old from Georgia."
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Summary: Warriors rookie Will Richard impressed with a 30-point debut start, highlighting a bright future despite the team's narrow loss to the Kings.
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