According to Suns reporter John Gambadoro, multiple teams have asked the Suns for Richards, and it is not certain whether the Suns will trade him. The Suns love Richards and if he is left behind, he will be a good backup for Mawei.

Last season, Richards played for the Suns in 36 games, starting in 34 of which, averaging 9.5 points and 8.6 rebounds in 22.7 minutes per game, and shooting percentage of 60.5%.

Currently, the centers in the Suns are MaluAchi (the No. 10th pick this year), Mawei, Richards and Iguodaro.