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Hornets' Nick Richards: Recalled to Charlotte
Charlotte recalled Nick Richards (ribs) from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.Richards has missed the past 12 games for Charlotte, but after getting in a practice with the Swarm, it's likely that he's getting closer to a full return to action. Similar to Mark Williams (foot), it remains unclear if Richards will be able to play Wednesday against the Heat.
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Hornets' Nick Richards: Practicing in G League
Charlotte assigned Nick Richards (ribs) to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.Richards will miss his 12th game in a row when Charlotte plays the Magic on Monday, but he and fellow center Mark Williams (foot) will both link up with the Swarm to take part in practice. Expect Richards to be immediately recalled after participating in practice, though it's unclear if he'll be ready to return to action for Charlotte's second game of the week Wednesday versus the Heat.
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Hornets' Nick Richards: Still out Monday
Nick Richards (ribs) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic.Richards will miss a 12th straight game. He recently returned to on-court activities, but it's unclear when he'll be cleared for game action. Mark Williams (foot) also remains out and Grant Williams (knee) is out for the season, so Moussa Diabate and Tidjane Salaun should see increased run in the frontcourt moving forward.
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Hornets' Nick Richards: Out vs. Milwaukee
Nick Richards (ribs) is out for Saturday's game against the Bucks.Richards returned to practice Thursday, but he's still not ready to play and won't suit up to face the Bucks. This means the Charlotte Hornets will be extremely shorthanded in the frontcourt, as they'll also be without Mark Williams (foot) and Miles Bridges (knee). Richards' next chance to play will come against the Magic on Monday.
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Hornets' Nick Richards: Returns to practice
The Charlotte Hornets announced Thursday that Nick Richards (ribs) has returned to team and group activities but doesn't have a specific timetable for a return, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.Despite returning to practice, Richards is set to miss his 10th straight contest Thursday due to a right first rib cartilage fracture. However, it appears that Richards is gearing up for a return to action.
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Hornets' Nick Richards: Diagnosed with rib fracture
The Charlotte Hornets announced Tuesday that an MRI revealed Nick Richards has a right first rib cartilage fracture underneath his clavicle.The injury was initially reported as a shoulder injury, and Richards has already missed two games since sustaining the injury during last Friday's loss to the Celtics. The backup big man is now looking at a long-term absence, and starting center Mark Williams (foot) remains without a return timeline. In their absences, Moussa Diabate, Grant Williams, Taj Gibson and Tidjane Salaun are candidates for increased roles.
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Hornets' Nick Richards: Out Monday
Nick Richards (shoulder) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Minnesota.Richards is dealing with right shoulder soreness and will miss his second consecutive game Monday. The 26-year-old has been a mainstay in the starting lineup with Mark Williams (foot) out. However, with both Richards and Williams absent Monday, Grant Williams will likely step into the starting five at center once again.
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Hornets' Nick Richards: Won't play against Boston
Nick Richards (shoulder) is out for Saturday's game versus the Celtics.Richards was forced to leave Friday's contest early due to a shoulder injury and will remain sidelined Saturday. With Mark Williams (foot) also out, Moussa Diabate, Grant Williams and Taj Gibson are candidates to receive increased playing time.
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Hornets' Nick Richards: Downgraded to out
Nick Richards (shoulder) won't return to Friday's game against the Celtics.Richards posted one point (0-2 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, an assist and two blocks in 16 minutes during the first half but was shut down for the second half. In his absence, Grant Williams should play the majority of center minutes, while Taj Gibson could also work his way into the rotation. Richards' next chance to suit up will come Saturday in a rematch against Boston.
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Hornets' Nick Richards: Questionable to return Friday
Nick Richards is questionable to return to Friday's game against the Celtics due to right shoulder soreness.Richards posted one point (0-2 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, an assist and two blocks in 16 minutes during the first half, but Grant Williams started the second half in Richards' absence. With Mark Williams (back) still out, Williams will likely play the bulk of his minutes at center, while Taj Gibson could also join the rotation.
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