Will Richard Earns Widespread Praise from Warriors Teammates, Coaches After Impressive Game

Golden State Warriors rookie guard Will Richard continues to impress, earning significant praise from teammates and coach Steve Kerr following his performance against the Indiana Pacers. In the Warriors' 114-83 victory, Richard contributed 15 points, one assist, and one steal in just 19 minutes, hitting 7 of 8 free throws. Teammate Al Horford lauded his maturity and readiness, noting his versatility in cutting, shooting threes, defending, and getting on the break. Coach Kerr highlighted Richard's fundamental understanding of the game, stating he 'knew how to play' from training camp and expects him to 'contribute quite a bit.' Jimmy Butler called Richard 'hella smart' and praised his ability to listen and execute. The 22-year-old, originally drafted 56th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2025 NBA Draft, was acquired by Golden State on September 29, 2025, and made an immediate impact, including a career-high 30 points in his first start on November 5.