Will Richard News: Part of first unit for Warriors vs. Grizzlies
will richard is starting Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies after two regulars were ruled out, opening the door for his 16th start of the campaign. The rookie guard's numbers as a starter provide the clearest guide to what to expect if he remains in the first unit.
Will Richard joins the first unit
The team listed Stephen Curry (knee) and De'Anthony Melton (knee) out for Wednesday, creating the opportunity for will richard to move into the starting lineup. This marks the 16th start of the season for the rookie, a role that has been intermittent but now resumes for the upcoming matchup with the Grizzlies.
Starter averages and playing time
As a starter this season, Richard's per-start figures show how he has contributed when given the role. Those averages are presented below to summarize his production across starts.
| Category | Per start |
|---|---|
| Points | 8. 7 |
| Rebounds | 3. 5 |
| Assists | 1. 7 |
| Steals | 1. 1 |
| Minutes | 22. 5 |
Short-term outlook and uncertainties
With two starters unavailable Wednesday, Richard steps into more consistent minutes for the immediate game. His averages as a starter—notably 22. 5 minutes and 8. 7 points—are the primary, observable indicators for expectations in the short term. If he maintains the starting role in upcoming games, those numbers provide a reasonable baseline for his production. Longer-term role and playing time are unclear at this time and will depend on roster availability and any subsequent lineup changes.
For coaches, fantasy managers and viewers tracking the matchup, the key factors to monitor are the official availability updates for the sidelined players and whether Richard remains in the first unit beyond this game. The current situation gives him a defined opportunity to replicate or improve on the starter averages listed above while the other players are out.
